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October - 1 
A meeting of the leaders demanding a full-fledged District at Sadar Hills District, held on October 1 at Kangpokpi Council Hall in Senapati District, reviewed the agitation and decided to intensify it, reports The Sentinel. The meeting decided that a
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A meeting of the leaders demanding a full-fledged District at Sadar Hills District, held on October 1 at Kangpokpi Council Hall in Senapati District, reviewed the agitation and decided to intensify it, reports The Sentinel. The meeting decided that as a part of intensifying efforts, there would be mobilisation in all the Districts during the month of October, said spokesman of Sadar Hills District hood Demand Committee (SHDDC) Seikhothang Haokip.
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October - 1 
Four militants were killed as Army foiled an infiltration bid near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Keran sector of Kupwara District in north Kashmir on October 1, reports The Hindu. The militants were killed in a gunbattle that lasted for more than
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Four militants were killed as Army foiled an infiltration bid near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Keran sector of Kupwara District in north Kashmir on October 1, reports The Hindu. The militants were killed in a gunbattle that lasted for more than 36 hours, an army spokesman said. A cache of arms and ammunition were also recovered along with the bodies of the slain militants. There were no casualties among the Security Forces.
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October - 1 
SFs on October 1 arrested two businessmen from Sonari town along the Assam-Nagaland border in Sivasagar District. The arrested businessmen were identified as Roshan Mina and Naresh Agarwal. SFs recovered INR 800,000 in cash from them and seized the B
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SFs on October 1 arrested two businessmen from Sonari town along the Assam-Nagaland border in Sivasagar District. The arrested businessmen were identified as Roshan Mina and Naresh Agarwal. SFs recovered INR 800,000 in cash from them and seized the Bolero vehicle in which they were travelling. One of them is allegedly to be a Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) linkmann
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October - 1 
Special Director General of Police (Law & Order) Brij Lal, an Indian Police Service officer of the 1977 batch, took over the charge of the Director General of Police of the State.
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Special Director General of Police (Law & Order) Brij Lal, an Indian Police Service officer of the 1977 batch, took over the charge of the Director General of Police of the State.
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October - 1 
The General Officer Commanding (GOC, 15 Corps) Lieutenant General S A Hasnain on October 1 said that there is a nexus between the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan Army and terrorist organizations in training, arming and psychological indoc
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The General Officer Commanding (GOC, 15 Corps) Lieutenant General S A Hasnain on October 1 said that there is a nexus between the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan Army and terrorist organizations in training, arming and psychological indoctrination of Pakistani youth for infiltrating and carrying out acts of terror in Kashmir. He said ISI and Pakistan Army are setting up terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) to spread terror and disrupt the peace and harmony in Kashmir. Hasnain revealed the information shared by Pakistani militant of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Nissar Ahmad, who was arrested near the LoC in Machil sector.
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October - 1 
The Hindu reports that a huge cache of explosives and bombs, along with detonators and fuse wire, reportedly planted by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to blow up a Police patrol van, were recovered from the Chowki area
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The Hindu reports that a huge cache of explosives and bombs, along with detonators and fuse wire, reportedly planted by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to blow up a Police patrol van, were recovered from the Chowki area in Sonbhadra District on October 1. Acting on a tip-off, Sonbhadra Police and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel recovered 80 kilograms of explosives from the Chowki area.
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October - 1 
The New Indian Express reports that suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a village headman in the interior Jojoda area, between Porahat and Saranda forests, under the Goeilkera Police Station limits of West Singhbhum D
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The New Indian Express reports that suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed a village headman in the interior Jojoda area, between Porahat and Saranda forests, under the Goeilkera Police Station limits of West Singhbhum District on October 1. As per reports, a group of Maoists abducted Bimal Lumga, headman of Jojoda village, and dumped his body after killing him. Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Naveen Singh said the Porahat forest had been a stronghold of the Maoists and in the next security exercise the Maoists would be flushed out from Porahat.
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The Special Cell of Delhi Police have arrested two suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) for allegedly planning to send a consignment of arms and ammunition to their outfit in Jharkhand, reports The Times of India. Sour
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The Special Cell of Delhi Police have arrested two suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) for allegedly planning to send a consignment of arms and ammunition to their outfit in Jharkhand, reports The Times of India. Sources said the arrest of Dilip and Arun has also revealed the nexus between the banned group, People's Liberation Army (PLA), and Maoists. The Police claim they have the accused's laptop that contains important information related to future Maoist operations. "The laptop also has information about a training camp to be jointly organized by PLA and Naxals [Left-Wing Extremists] in Myanmar," said a source. During interrogation, the accused reportedly told Police they were planning to send a huge arms consignment to the Maoists in Ranchi (Jharkhand) so that the insurgents could carry out fresh attacks on Security Forces deployed in Maoist-affected areas. However, officers said the Police were yet to recover the consignment, and the two suspects had come to Delhi to plan a safe route to deliver it. Dilip and Arun, both said to be in their 30s, were arrested from Lodhi Colony on October 1.
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An assistant sub-inspector in Intelligence Bureau (IB), Arshad Ghayas, was shot dead by unidentified militants at Mohallah Ismailkhel in Sheikh Jana area of Swabi District on October 1.
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An assistant sub-inspector in Intelligence Bureau (IB), Arshad Ghayas, was shot dead by unidentified militants at Mohallah Ismailkhel in Sheikh Jana area of Swabi District on October 1.
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At least six people were injured in an attack by militants on Quetta Express passenger train in Jaffarabad District on October 1, reported Dawn. The Quetta-bound train was coming from Peshawar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and was fired upon as it approached
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At least six people were injured in an attack by militants on Quetta Express passenger train in Jaffarabad District on October 1, reported Dawn. The Quetta-bound train was coming from Peshawar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and was fired upon as it approached the Dera Allah Yar area of the District. The SF personnel on the train returned fire and an intense exchange of fire ensued that lasted for more than half an hour injuring four passengers and two SFs.
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In another incident, Security Forces (SFs) arrested 50 suspected militants during a search operation in Mandal area of Salarzai tehsil in Bajaur Agency on October 1. The SFs also seized huge cache of arms during the search operation.
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In another incident, Security Forces (SFs) arrested 50 suspected militants during a search operation in Mandal area of Salarzai tehsil in Bajaur Agency on October 1. The SFs also seized huge cache of arms during the search operation.
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October - 1 
Mumtaz Qadri, the self-confessed assassin of former Punjab Governor Salman Taseer, was sentenced to death on two counts for murder and terrorism by a Rawalpindi Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Punjab on October 1, reports Dawn. Judge Syed Pervaiz Ali
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Mumtaz Qadri, the self-confessed assassin of former Punjab Governor Salman Taseer, was sentenced to death on two counts for murder and terrorism by a Rawalpindi Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Punjab on October 1, reports Dawn. Judge Syed Pervaiz Ali Shah, of the ATC, announced the verdict after an in camera trial in Adiyala jail. He also imposed a fine of PKR 200,000 on the convict, who would have to undergo one-year imprisonment in case of failure to submit the fine. Qadri was accused of assassinating Taseer on January 4 outside a restaurant at Islamabad’s Koshar market for making blasphemous statements.
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October - 1 
The Pakistani judge of the Anti-Terrorism Court, Parvez Ali Shah, who awarded the death sentence to Malik Mumtaz Qadri, the assassin of former Punjab Governor Salman Taseer is reported to have gone on indefinite leave since October 1 after lawyers at
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The Pakistani judge of the Anti-Terrorism Court, Parvez Ali Shah, who awarded the death sentence to Malik Mumtaz Qadri, the assassin of former Punjab Governor Salman Taseer is reported to have gone on indefinite leave since October 1 after lawyers attacked his courtroom and a spate of protests and death threats, reported The Hindu. Parvez Ali Shah had been receiving death threats with some fundamentalist organisations that also announced huge rewards for anyone who kills him.
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October - 1 
Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on October 1 said the formation of the Government led by party vice chairman Baburam Bhattarai was a compulsion for him, reports Nepal News. Speaking at a prog
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Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on October 1 said the formation of the Government led by party vice chairman Baburam Bhattarai was a compulsion for him, reports Nepal News. Speaking at a programme oraganised by a pro-Maoist group of intellectuals in the capital, Prachanda revealed that he recommended Bhattarai unwillingly as he did not have other options before him.
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October - 1 
The Rapid Action Battalion arrested three suspected cadres of Hizb ut-Tahrir (HuT) in front of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque on September 30, reports Daily Star. The arrestees are identified as Rashidul Islam alias Rana (22), a 4th year student of
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The Rapid Action Battalion arrested three suspected cadres of Hizb ut-Tahrir (HuT) in front of Baitul Mukarram National Mosque on September 30, reports Daily Star. The arrestees are identified as Rashidul Islam alias Rana (22), a 4th year student of electrical engineering and Ahmed Sajid Hasan (22), a 3rd year student of civil engineering at Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology and SM Arafat (19), a 3rd year student of BBA at International University of Business Agriculture and Technology. Deputy Director of RAB-3 Chowdhury Md Hamid Al-Mahbub said they arrested the HuT cadres while they were distributing leaflets containing anti-Government statements.
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October - 2 
A self-styled ‘area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was arrested from East Champaran District on October 2, reports Outlook. Acting on a tip-off, the Police raided Raghunathpur village and arrested the Maoist, identifie
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A self-styled ‘area commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) was arrested from East Champaran District on October 2, reports Outlook. Acting on a tip-off, the Police raided Raghunathpur village and arrested the Maoist, identified as Nanhak Paswan, Superintendent of Police (SP) Ganesh Kumar said. An American made pistol and 66 live cartridges were seized from him. The arrested Maoist leader was wanted in connection with several operations executed by Maoists in Bihar and Jharkhand.
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October - 2 
Army on October 2 eliminated one more infiltrator near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Keran sector of Kupwara District, taking the number of infiltrators killed in the foiled infiltration bid in Keran sector to five, reports Daily Excelsior. "One m
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Army on October 2 eliminated one more infiltrator near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Keran sector of Kupwara District, taking the number of infiltrators killed in the foiled infiltration bid in Keran sector to five, reports Daily Excelsior. "One more militant was killed at Keran sector today. We have recovered his body," an Army spokesman said adding there were no casualties among the Security Forces. An Army spokesman said that a group of heavily armed militants was detected by troops infiltrating in Keran sector at around 5.30am on October 1. After being challenged by the Army they opened fire, resulting in a fierce encounter in which four militants were killed on October 1. The search operation in the area is still going on during which fifth body was also recovered after a militant who had infiltrated was killed near the LoC.
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October - 2 
Four Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers were injured in an ambush carried out by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) near Bhiwankojhi village in Kurkheda tehsil (revenue unit) in Gadchiroli District in the morning
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Four Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) troopers were injured in an ambush carried out by the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) near Bhiwankojhi village in Kurkheda tehsil (revenue unit) in Gadchiroli District in the morning of October 2, reports The Times of India. According to sources, a convoy of seven vehicles belonging to CRPF battalion was returning from Gyarapati Police assistance centre to Kotgal, when it was attacked by the Maoists near Bhiwankojhi village in the wee hours. Maoists reportedly carried out the blast to stall the movement of the CRPF convoy and fired indiscriminately on the forces. A clamour mine and a hand grenade left by Maoists were also recovered from the incident site.
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October - 2 
Guwahati High Court quashed the preventive detention of an alleged member of the Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN), identified as Senchamo Ezung alias Mark, under the National Security Act (NSA).
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Guwahati High Court quashed the preventive detention of an alleged member of the Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN), identified as Senchamo Ezung alias Mark, under the National Security Act (NSA).
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October - 2 
IBN Live reports that armed militants snatched away around INR 50,000 from a businessman in Rangiya town of Kamrup (Rural) District.
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IBN Live reports that armed militants snatched away around INR 50,000 from a businessman in Rangiya town of Kamrup (Rural) District.
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October - 2 
Jammu and Kashmir Government on October 2 said that 1,378 persons have been reported missing in the State during the last 20 years, reports PTI. "Missing reports have been in respect of 1,378 persons on account of militancy during the last 20 years,"
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Jammu and Kashmir Government on October 2 said that 1,378 persons have been reported missing in the State during the last 20 years, reports PTI. "Missing reports have been in respect of 1,378 persons on account of militancy during the last 20 years," State Home Ministry, headed by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, said in a written reply in the Legislative Council. However, local human rights activists have been claiming that the number of missing persons in the State is around 10,000.
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October - 2 
Kanglaonline reports that unidentified militants left a Chinese made hand grenade at the residence of a councilor, identified as Wahengbam Premananda alias Angou (34), at Lilong Arapti Mapal under Irilbung Police station in Thoubal District on Octobe
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Kanglaonline reports that unidentified militants left a Chinese made hand grenade at the residence of a councilor, identified as Wahengbam Premananda alias Angou (34), at Lilong Arapti Mapal under Irilbung Police station in Thoubal District on October 2. According to the councilor he has been intimidated several times earlier, including firing gunshots at his residence by armed persons.
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October - 2 
PTI reports that a Jharkhand Vikas Morcha–Prajatantric (JVM-P) leader was shot dead by Maoists in Khunti District. A group of Maoists dragged Naomi Mirdha out of his house at Gamaria village and took him to a distance before shooting him dead, Superi
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PTI reports that a Jharkhand Vikas Morcha–Prajatantric (JVM-P) leader was shot dead by Maoists in Khunti District. A group of Maoists dragged Naomi Mirdha out of his house at Gamaria village and took him to a distance before shooting him dead, Superintendent of Police Manoj Kaushik told reporters
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October - 2 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested a father and his son on charges of supplying arms to militant outfits on September 30, reports Nagaland Post. Sources from the Police on October 2 said the duo, identified as Lalpu Vaiphei (58) and his son Muan Ching (3
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested a father and his son on charges of supplying arms to militant outfits on September 30, reports Nagaland Post. Sources from the Police on October 2 said the duo, identified as Lalpu Vaiphei (58) and his son Muan Ching (30) from Maichamun village in Churachandpur District, was arrested at Moirang Lamkhai along Tidim road in Bishnupur District. Two country-made .9mm pistols were also seized from their possession. SFs charged the father and son for supplying arms to outfits like National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and United National Liberation Front (UNLF) operating in the State.
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October - 2 
Security Forces (SFs) on October 2 recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing four kilograms from a Dhubri-bound bus at Madati under Gauripur Police Station in Dhubri District, reports The Telegraph.
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Security Forces (SFs) on October 2 recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing four kilograms from a Dhubri-bound bus at Madati under Gauripur Police Station in Dhubri District, reports The Telegraph.
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October - 2 
Security Forces launched a search operation in the forest area of village Malwan in Kulgam District and recovered 240 rounds of AK ammunition, one grenade and one electronic detonator.
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Security Forces launched a search operation in the forest area of village Malwan in Kulgam District and recovered 240 rounds of AK ammunition, one grenade and one electronic detonator.
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October - 2 
Security has been heightened with over 20,000 security personnel and quick reaction teams besides bomb and dog squads have been deployed for the five-day festival of Durga Puja, reports The Sentinel. Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Nepal Das
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Security has been heightened with over 20,000 security personnel and quick reaction teams besides bomb and dog squads have been deployed for the five-day festival of Durga Puja, reports The Sentinel. Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Nepal Das told reporters, “Counter-insurgency operation against the outlawed militants would be intensified by Assam Rifles, Central Reserve Police Force and Tripura State Rifles in the terrorist prone areas.”
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October - 2 
SFs arrested a Peoples' Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as “Director of Medical Affairs” of PLA 'Captain' A Senehal Singh alias Babu Singh alias Sunil from Birubari area of Guwahati City, reports The Times of India. SFs recovered a laptop
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SFs arrested a Peoples' Liberation Army (PLA) militant, identified as “Director of Medical Affairs” of PLA 'Captain' A Senehal Singh alias Babu Singh alias Sunil from Birubari area of Guwahati City, reports The Times of India. SFs recovered a laptop and classified documents on him
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Suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres abducted the son of a Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader in the Banspahari area of West Midnapore District on October 2, reports The Hindu. However, the youth was later found by Central Reser
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Suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres abducted the son of a Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader in the Banspahari area of West Midnapore District on October 2, reports The Hindu. However, the youth was later found by Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel from a nearby forest on October 3. A group of armed men had barged into TMC leader Tarun Mondal's house at Sigdi and asked for him. “When they found him missing, they abducted his 18-year-old son Lalit. An FIR was lodged by Mondal's family at the Belpahari station,” said Gaurav Sharma, Superintendent of Police of Jhargram Police District.
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October - 2 
The Sentinel reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested two sympathizers of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Iak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), identified as Thounaojam Hemjit Singh (25) and Kshetrimayum Kumarjit Singh (26), from Kakching in Thoubal Distri
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The Sentinel reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested two sympathizers of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Iak-Muivah (NSCN-IM), identified as Thounaojam Hemjit Singh (25) and Kshetrimayum Kumarjit Singh (26), from Kakching in Thoubal District on October 2. Also, SFs arrested one overground worker of KCP-Military Council (KCP-MC), identified as Dinesh Singh, from Moirang Thana Leikai in Bishnupur District. Further, SFs arrested one People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) militant from Moreh.
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October - 2 
Two landmines, believed to be embedded with sensors, were defused at Saroa village in Salboni area of West Midnapore District on October 2, reports The Times of India. Local villagers said while one was spotted on a culvert, the other was lying barel
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Two landmines, believed to be embedded with sensors, were defused at Saroa village in Salboni area of West Midnapore District on October 2, reports The Times of India. Local villagers said while one was spotted on a culvert, the other was lying barely 300 meters away from it. Police said the joint operation is already under way and such a tactic by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to cause collateral damage can't be ruled out in the near future too. The place where the mines were placed is an important transit point for the forces and is frequented by villagers. Police later launched a search operation and recovered 10 sacks full of sulphur and sodium nitrate from Kendudanga village under Sankrail Police Station.
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October - 2 
With Tirap and Changlang Districts of Arunachal Pradesh becoming a hotbed of militant activities, the Government has decided to launch a full scale operation in the area. Highly placed security sources told The Assam Tribune that the militants belong
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With Tirap and Changlang Districts of Arunachal Pradesh becoming a hotbed of militant activities, the Government has decided to launch a full scale operation in the area. Highly placed security sources told The Assam Tribune that the militants belonging to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) normally use two major routes to enter India from the camps in Myanmar. One of the routes is through the Mon District of Nagaland and the other through the Tirap and Changlang Districts. But in recent times, the ULFA cadres are mostly using the route through Arunachal Pradesh and launching of an offensive in that area would make it difficult for the militants to maintain the shelters in the place. Sources revealed that, both National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and NSCN-Khaplang (NSCN-K) have strong bases in Tirap and Changlang and the militants belonging to the outfits are engaged in extortion and other illegal activities. The outfits even went to the extent of demanding money from some of the legislators of the area and in recent times, the NSCN-IM was also involved in meddling in the political affairs of the State. The outfit also reportedly tried to launch an offensive against the Jarbom Gamlin Government after the Chief Minister approached the Centre with the request to launch an offensive in the area. In addition to both factions of the NSCN and ULFA, the Left Wing Extremists groups are also trying to establish roots in Tirap and Changlang and concerned over the developments, the Government is planning an offensive in the area.
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October - 2 
At least six mobile phone shops were damaged in a blast in Maidan area of Lower Dir District on October 2, reports Daily Times. According to Police, unidentified terrorists planted explosive material in the mobile phones and computers market situated
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At least six mobile phone shops were damaged in a blast in Maidan area of Lower Dir District on October 2, reports Daily Times. According to Police, unidentified terrorists planted explosive material in the mobile phones and computers market situated in Kambar bazaar which went off, damaging six shops of mobile phones and computers. However, no loss of life was reported in the incident.
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October - 2 
At least three stray mortar shells fell on a steal factory in Akkakhel area of Bara tehsil. The shells caused partial damage to the building of the factory.
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At least three stray mortar shells fell on a steal factory in Akkakhel area of Bara tehsil. The shells caused partial damage to the building of the factory.
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October - 2 
Former President Pervez Musharraf accused the United States (US) of using Pakistan as a scapegoat for its failure in Afghanistan, reported Indian Express on October 3 (today). Musharraf also said that Pakistani forces should use whatever influence t
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Former President Pervez Musharraf accused the United States (US) of using Pakistan as a scapegoat for its failure in Afghanistan, reported Indian Express on October 3 (today). Musharraf also said that Pakistani forces should use whatever influence they have and tell the Haqqanis not to cross the border. He also said that the US was responsible for controlling Haqqani activities on the Afghan side of the border. Former US Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee chairman Admiral Mike Mullen had caused a diplomatic storm by saying that the Haqqani Network was “a veritable arm” of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and that the Pakistani intelligence agency. Terming Mullen’s statement as irresponsible, Musharraf said that the blame game needs to stop, and that Pakistan and the US need to come onto the same page against their common enemy. Musharraf also insisted that the future lay in talking to the peace-seeking Taliban, and pointed out that while not all Pashtun were Taliban, all Taliban were Pashtun. Unfortunately, this selective process has been dubbed by the US as a sort of double game, he added.
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October - 2 
Four Policemen were killed and 15 others injured in a bomb blast on their convoy in Torghar District on October 2, reported Dawn. “The bomb planted on Torghar-Thakot road was detonated by remote control. It hit one of the three vehicles in the convoy
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Four Policemen were killed and 15 others injured in a bomb blast on their convoy in Torghar District on October 2, reported Dawn. “The bomb planted on Torghar-Thakot road was detonated by remote control. It hit one of the three vehicles in the convoy. Four Policemen were killed and 15 others injured,” said Torghar District Police Officer Fareed Khan. The Policemen were on their way to Abbottabad District for training. It was the first terrorist attack in Torghar since President Asif Ali Zardari changed its tribal status and made it a District through a notification issued on January 27, 2011.
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October - 2 
In Jamrud tehsil, Khasadar Force seized huge quantity of explosive material at the Takhta Beg check post from a vehicle, coming from Shahkas area.
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In Jamrud tehsil, Khasadar Force seized huge quantity of explosive material at the Takhta Beg check post from a vehicle, coming from Shahkas area.
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October - 2 
Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on October 2 said that the Government was committed to bring peace through dialogue with Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), reports Daily Times. He said that the coalitio
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Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani on October 2 said that the Government was committed to bring peace through dialogue with Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), reports Daily Times. He said that the coalition Government had inked not a single agreement with United States (US) on the war on terror. Regarding the Pakistan-US ties, Gilani said that Pakistan must adopt a moderate approach in its relations with Afghanistan and the US. He said that Pakistan wanted good relations with all countries, including the US.
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October - 2 
The Balochistan Union of Journalists staged a demonstration outside the Quetta Press Club to protest threats to media persons from militants and other pressure groups, reported Express Tribune. Dozens of journalists from print and electronic media to
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The Balochistan Union of Journalists staged a demonstration outside the Quetta Press Club to protest threats to media persons from militants and other pressure groups, reported Express Tribune. Dozens of journalists from print and electronic media took part in the demonstration. They came down hard on the Government for “its failure to stop the killing of media persons in the province.”
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October - 2 
The killer of the former Afghan President and the Chairman of the Hamid Karazai’s High Peace Council Burhanuddin Rabbani was a Pakistani, a statement from Afghanistan’s Presidential palace said on October 2, reported Daily Times. Evidence shows that
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The killer of the former Afghan President and the Chairman of the Hamid Karazai’s High Peace Council Burhanuddin Rabbani was a Pakistani, a statement from Afghanistan’s Presidential palace said on October 2, reported Daily Times. Evidence shows that Rabbani’s death on September 20, 2011, “was plotted in Quetta, the provincial capital of Balochistan, and the person who carried out the suicide attack against Rabbani was a citizen of Pakistan,” the statement said. It added that the killer had been living in Chaman, a border town near Quetta. However, rejecting the earlier allegation leveled by the Afghan Interior Minister Bismillah Mohammadi about Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) involvement in the assassination of Burhanuddin Rabbani, Pakistan indicated that Afghan security agencies might be involved in this and other such killings. A statement issued by Foreign Office spokesperson Tehmina Janjua termed the Afghan minister’s allegations ‘baseless’.
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October - 2 
Three suspects were arrested from Katti Pahari area in Karachi during a search operation on October 2, reports Express Tribune. According to reports, Police were attacked by residents of the area as they reached Katti Pahari to conduct the operation.
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Three suspects were arrested from Katti Pahari area in Karachi during a search operation on October 2, reports Express Tribune. According to reports, Police were attacked by residents of the area as they reached Katti Pahari to conduct the operation. The Police cordoned off a mosque and a madrassa (seminary) in the area to search for a Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ‘commander’, Mullah Akbar. However, the presence of the Taliban ‘commander’ could not be confirmed.
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October - 2 
Two NATO containers were partially damaged when suspected militants targeted them at two different locations on the main Peshawar-Torkham Highway on October 2, reports Dawn. The first incident occurred near Ali Masjid and the second occurred on Jamru
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Two NATO containers were partially damaged when suspected militants targeted them at two different locations on the main Peshawar-Torkham Highway on October 2, reports Dawn. The first incident occurred near Ali Masjid and the second occurred on Jamrud bypass.
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October - 2 
United States (US) Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on October 2 said that the Pakistanis have a point when they say that Pakistan alone did not create the Haqqani Network, reported Dawn. A transcript released by the State Department, quoted Clin
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United States (US) Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on October 2 said that the Pakistanis have a point when they say that Pakistan alone did not create the Haqqani Network, reported Dawn. A transcript released by the State Department, quoted Clinton as saying that the US relationship with Pakistan was critical to the ongoing stability and peace of the region, as well as the fight against terrorism. “I think it is important to remind ourselves that Pakistanis have paid a much greater price in the war against terrorism and in the violence perpetrated on them over the last 10 years than, thankfully, we have,” Hillary noted. Referring to Admiral Mullen’s Senate testimony in which he blamed the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) for encouraging the Haqqani Network for attacking US targets in Afghanistan, Secretary Hillary Clinton ephasised the need to look at the issue from a historical perspective, noting that in the war against the Soviets in Afghanistan, the US Government, through the Central Investigation Agency (CIA), funded jihadis like the Haqqanis “to cross the border or to, within Afghanistan, be part of the fight to drive the Soviets out and bring down the Soviet Union”.
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October - 2 
On October 2, Police arrested four cadres of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) from Jhumka in Sunsari District alleging them of being involved in extortion from one Suman Thapa, who was bringing four tractors loaded with timber and
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On October 2, Police arrested four cadres of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) from Jhumka in Sunsari District alleging them of being involved in extortion from one Suman Thapa, who was bringing four tractors loaded with timber and firewood, which he had bought from the District Forest Office, to his Jhumka-based sawmill, reports inseconline.org. The arrestees are identified as Rajan Kiranti, Dinesh Chaudhary, Khagendra Bhattarai and Bidhya Dahal. Suman Thapa said that the inebriated UCPN-M cadres obstructed the tractors and demanded NPR 100,000 as “donation”. He alleged that the Maoists had assaulted the drivers and workers when the latter refused to pay the amount. The accused Maoist cadres, however, reportedly claimed that they had stopped the vehicles carrying timber to check whether they were brought illegally.
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October - 2 
Sri Lankan Government on September 30 released 1,800 former cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) after their completion of a two-year rehabilitation program following the end of the war in May 2009, Colombo Page reported. The ceremon
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Sri Lankan Government on September 30 released 1,800 former cadres of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) after their completion of a two-year rehabilitation program following the end of the war in May 2009, Colombo Page reported. The ceremony was Presided over by President Mahinda Rajapaksa at the Temple Trees in Colombo.
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October - 2 
The Army troops on their search and clear operations in the general areas of Oddankulam, Kokkutoduvai, Mulankavil and Mankulam recovered 49 anti-personnel mines and one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) on October 2.
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The Army troops on their search and clear operations in the general areas of Oddankulam, Kokkutoduvai, Mulankavil and Mankulam recovered 49 anti-personnel mines and one Rocket Propeller Grenade (RPG) on October 2.
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October - 3 
‘Sergeant Major’ Biranjay Boro belonging to the Anti Talks Faction of NDFB (NDFB-ATF), who had surrendered on September 29 before the Border Security force (BSF) in Shillong, has revealed that at least 70 NDFB-ATF militant are still in Bangladesh. B
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‘Sergeant Major’ Biranjay Boro belonging to the Anti Talks Faction of NDFB (NDFB-ATF), who had surrendered on September 29 before the Border Security force (BSF) in Shillong, has revealed that at least 70 NDFB-ATF militant are still in Bangladesh. BSF sources further said that NDFB-ATF has winded up its Khagrachari camp in Bangladesh and the cadres have moved to a remote area along the Bangladesh-Myanmar border.
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October - 3 
Assam Tribune reports that illegal firearms being channeled into the North East (NE) are going to emerge as a major concern in maintaining law and order in a region already infested by dozens of insurgents and subversive groups. Apart from pistols an
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Assam Tribune reports that illegal firearms being channeled into the North East (NE) are going to emerge as a major concern in maintaining law and order in a region already infested by dozens of insurgents and subversive groups. Apart from pistols and revolvers, semi-automatic weapons with considerable fire power are being brought into the region. At times American and European weapons have also been recovered from insurgents, which reveal the demand for high-quality firearms. “Firearms are being brought in by several insurgent outfits on their own, or by middlemen who have contacts in Myanmar and China. Some of these are sophisticated pieces commanding good prices. These already pose a grave risk to innocent people of the region,” a senior intelligence operative said. The threat from illegal firearms is not confined to the region, as some of those can be ferried to other parts of the country. Although, it is yet to be fully corroborated, there are reports that some consignments of illegal firearms brought from across the border into the North East have found their way to the neighbouring States.
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October - 3 
Elsewhere in the District, a live 62-mm mortar shell was detected near Industrial Training Institute (ITI) for women at Lalpora.
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Elsewhere in the District, a live 62-mm mortar shell was detected near Industrial Training Institute (ITI) for women at Lalpora.
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October - 3 
In another encounter that is still going on at Dardpura in the Trehgam sector of Kupwara District, Army said that they killed one militant so far.
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In another encounter that is still going on at Dardpura in the Trehgam sector of Kupwara District, Army said that they killed one militant so far.
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October - 3 
Sangai Express reports that the United Naga Council (UNC) has threatened to agitate in the manner it had resorted to in 2010 if the demand for the ‘alternative arrangement’ outside the Government of Manipur is not fulfilled within 20 days starting fr
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Sangai Express reports that the United Naga Council (UNC) has threatened to agitate in the manner it had resorted to in 2010 if the demand for the ‘alternative arrangement’ outside the Government of Manipur is not fulfilled within 20 days starting from September 29. The UNC communicated with New Delhi on September 29 in connection with the ‘alternative arrangement’ for the Nagas in Manipur. Meanwhile, out of the 10 Constituencies under Senapati and Ukhrul Autonomous District Councils (ADCs), where election is scheduled to be held on October 24, Congress candidates have been declared elected uncontested in 8 Constituencies. The UNC had earlier asked all the elected members of the ADCs to resign to respect the decision to boycott the election.
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October - 3 
Security Forces (SFs) killed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘divisional commander’, who was reactivating militancy in South Kashmir, in the Shubdani village near Newa in Pulwama District on October 3, reports Daily Excelsior. One INSAS rifle, three AK magaz
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Security Forces (SFs) killed a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) ‘divisional commander’, who was reactivating militancy in South Kashmir, in the Shubdani village near Newa in Pulwama District on October 3, reports Daily Excelsior. One INSAS rifle, three AK magazines, 90 rounds of AK ammunition and war like stores were recovered from the incident site. The slain militant, identified as Abdul Rehman alias Rehman Bhai, a Pakistani national, was also nominated as ‘divisional commander’ of LeT (North Kashmir) after the death of Abdullah Uni on September 13. Army said Abdul Rehman was active in Sopore since past 11 years and in Pulwama since 2007. Police said Abdul Rehman infiltrated in 2005 into Kashmir valley and was operating in Kupwara area where he came in contact with Al-Badr Chief Zeenat-ul-Islam alias Zahid. He shifted his base to South Kashmir in 2007 and worked under a local LeT ‘commander’ Gazi. After the elimination of Gazi, he took over as the ‘divisional commander’ of LeT in South Kashmir.
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October - 3 
SFs on October 3 arrested five suspected Tripura-based militants from Balipipla under Bazaricherra block in Karimganj District, reports The Times of India. The arrested militants have been identified as Raju Chakma (21), Pradeep Chakma (19), Tapan Ch
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SFs on October 3 arrested five suspected Tripura-based militants from Balipipla under Bazaricherra block in Karimganj District, reports The Times of India. The arrested militants have been identified as Raju Chakma (21), Pradeep Chakma (19), Tapan Chakma (21), Laltinmoni Halam (23) and Ajoy Halam (24) residents of Tripura. Although no arms and ammunition were recovered from them, Police suspect that the youths are involved with some of the militant outfits active in this part of Barak Valley.
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October - 3 
Six persons were detained up by the Pune Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of the Crime Branch from Kondhwa for alleged Communist Part of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) links in Pune District on October 3, reports Mid-day.com. Officers attached to the Crime Bran
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Six persons were detained up by the Pune Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) of the Crime Branch from Kondhwa for alleged Communist Part of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) links in Pune District on October 3, reports Mid-day.com. Officers attached to the Crime Branch said the interrogation of some people from Kondhwa was on in connection with their suspected Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] links, but refused to divulge any more information. An officer, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, said the Police were yet to come to a conclusion on the matter of Naxal links.
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October - 3 
The Assam Tribune reports that Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) chairman Hagrama Mohilary, at the Udalguri Circuit House in a press conference on October 1 said, “The entire Udalguri District is now reeling under widespread extortion drive being la
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The Assam Tribune reports that Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) chairman Hagrama Mohilary, at the Udalguri Circuit House in a press conference on October 1 said, “The entire Udalguri District is now reeling under widespread extortion drive being launched by a section of forces which have added to the suffering of the common people. From petty businessmen to simple workers, many people have become victims of extortion and their grievances are being ignored by the authorities concerned.”
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October - 3 
The Hindu reports that the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed one person, identified as Mahendra Bawankar (35), in Kothi village of Gadchiroli District on October 3 suspecting him to be a Police informer. Nearly 10-15 M
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The Hindu reports that the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed one person, identified as Mahendra Bawankar (35), in Kothi village of Gadchiroli District on October 3 suspecting him to be a Police informer. Nearly 10-15 Maoist cadres entered Kothi village under Bhamragarh tehsil (revenue unit) in the night of October 2 and took away Mahendra. “We found his body today [October 3] morning. He was not a Police informer. But may be the Naxals [Left Wing Extremists] suspected he was one,” Bhamragad Sub-Divisional Police Officer Vijay Sagar said.
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October - 3 
The Pro-Talks Faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-PTF) on September 3 accused both Assam Government and Central Government of being soft on the illegal influx issue for the sake of votes. On talks with the Central Government, NDFB-
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The Pro-Talks Faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-PTF) on September 3 accused both Assam Government and Central Government of being soft on the illegal influx issue for the sake of votes. On talks with the Central Government, NDFB-PTF ‘President’ B. Sungthagwra stated that the Centre was making a deliberate attempt to keep the talks confined to the bureaucratic level and added that the NDFB-PTF had already objected to this approach. Sungthagwra further said, “We demand holding of the ongoing dialogue at a political level and the government should appoint one more interlocutor, who has a political background and has sound knowledge about the history of the Bodo people and also the rights for which we have been struggling since many decades”.
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October - 3 
The Telegraph reports that Security Forces (SFs) on October 3 arrested two suspected Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) militants, identified as Saiyad Ali (32) and Sayed Ali (25), from Kamlajhara under Golokganj Police Station of Dhubr
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The Telegraph reports that Security Forces (SFs) on October 3 arrested two suspected Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) militants, identified as Saiyad Ali (32) and Sayed Ali (25), from Kamlajhara under Golokganj Police Station of Dhubri District. SFs seized a pistol, one round ammunition of .303 rifles and a crude bomb from them.
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October - 3 
The Telegraph reports that Sunil Meitei, a leader of Kangleipak Communist Party-Mobile Task Force (KCP-MTF) escaped from the lock-up of Porompat Police Station in Imphal East in the night of October 3. Seven Police personnel on duty at the Police sta
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The Telegraph reports that Sunil Meitei, a leader of Kangleipak Communist Party-Mobile Task Force (KCP-MTF) escaped from the lock-up of Porompat Police Station in Imphal East in the night of October 3. Seven Police personnel on duty at the Police station, including the officer-in-charge, have been suspended. Director General of Police (DGP) Yumnam Joykumar Singh announced a reward of INR 100, 000 for information leading to the arrest of Meitei, dead or alive. The DGP asked additional DGP L.M. Khaute (intelligence) to hold an inquiry into Meitei’s escape and submit a report within 15 days. Sunil Meitei alias Chirom Tiken Meitei alias Leninkumar alias Premkumar alias Prakash (35), a resident of Waheng Khuman Mamang Leikai in Bishnupur District, was wanted by Manipur police in eight cases relating to extortion, abduction, intimidation and killings in the four valley Districts. He had been arrested by a team of Delhi police (special cell) from Bangalore on June 29.
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October - 3 
The Times of India reports that the Chhattisgarh Police raided the residence of Jaipur-based human rights activist, Kavita Srivastava on October 3 in search of an absconding female Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, Soni Sodi from th
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The Times of India reports that the Chhattisgarh Police raided the residence of Jaipur-based human rights activist, Kavita Srivastava on October 3 in search of an absconding female Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, Soni Sodi from that State. Srivastava, general secretary of the People’s Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL), Rajasthan, was not present in the house.
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October - 3 
The Union Home Ministry has asked the West Bengal Government to relieve more than 1,000 Central Armed Police Force personnel in an apparent message that the authorities were not making proper use of them for anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] operation
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The Union Home Ministry has asked the West Bengal Government to relieve more than 1,000 Central Armed Police Force personnel in an apparent message that the authorities were not making proper use of them for anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] operations. In a letter, the Union Home Ministry asked West Bengal to relieve one of the six battalions sent to the State to conduct anti-Naxal operations in Maoist-hit West Midnapore, Purulia and Bankura Districts, official sources said. "Most of the central forces are sitting idle and so there is no point keeping them in West Bengal. The main purpose of sending the forces to the state was to conduct anti-Naxal operations. Since they are not deployed for the job, we want to move them to Chhattisgarh," a source said.
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October - 3 
Zee News reports that a civilian, Santosh Yadav was killed by cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Latehar District on October 3 suspecting him to be an 'informer' of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), the Police said.
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Zee News reports that a civilian, Santosh Yadav was killed by cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) in Latehar District on October 3 suspecting him to be an 'informer' of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), the Police said.
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October - 3 
A 12 year old girl, identified as Fanyaz Bibi, was killed when a mortar bomb exploded in her hands at Lachi tehsil (revenue unit) in Kohat District on October 3, reported Daily Times.
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A 12 year old girl, identified as Fanyaz Bibi, was killed when a mortar bomb exploded in her hands at Lachi tehsil (revenue unit) in Kohat District on October 3, reported Daily Times.
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October - 3 
A militant, identified as Noko, was shot dead and his two accomplices were arrested during an exchange of fire with Levies personnel who were on a routine patrol in Awaran District.
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A militant, identified as Noko, was shot dead and his two accomplices were arrested during an exchange of fire with Levies personnel who were on a routine patrol in Awaran District.
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October - 3 
A schoolteacher, identified as Rehmatullah, was shot dead and a passer-by woman was injured in Khuzdar District on October 3, reports Daily Times.
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A schoolteacher, identified as Rehmatullah, was shot dead and a passer-by woman was injured in Khuzdar District on October 3, reports Daily Times.
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October - 3 
A Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) commander, Maulvi Faqir Muhammad, said on October 3 that his group will not blindly support Pakistan in the event of an attack by the United States (US), reports The Times of India. Referring to drone strikes in th
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A Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) commander, Maulvi Faqir Muhammad, said on October 3 that his group will not blindly support Pakistan in the event of an attack by the United States (US), reports The Times of India. Referring to drone strikes in the tribal belt, Maulvi Faqir Muhammad in a telephone interview with the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), said that the US was continuously infringing on Pakistan's sovereignty. However, if the US sends ground troops into the country, the TTP will not blindly or impulsively support Pakistan, adding, a decision on backing Pakistan will be made by the TTP shura or council after deliberations.
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October - 3 
A tortured body of a man, identified as Moin, was recovered from a grave located at Dir Colony, North Nazimabad in the remits of Sharah-e-Noor Jehan Police Station in Karachi on October 3, reported Daily Times. According to Police, he had been missi
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A tortured body of a man, identified as Moin, was recovered from a grave located at Dir Colony, North Nazimabad in the remits of Sharah-e-Noor Jehan Police Station in Karachi on October 3, reported Daily Times. According to Police, he had been missing since the night of October 2, 2011.
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October - 3 
Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai said on October 3 condemned Pakistan's "double game" on terrorism in Afghanistan, reports Times of India. Many Afghans are suspicious of Pakistan's connections to the Taliban-led insurgency in their country. "After
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Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai said on October 3 condemned Pakistan's "double game" on terrorism in Afghanistan, reports Times of India. Many Afghans are suspicious of Pakistan's connections to the Taliban-led insurgency in their country. "After all the destruction and misery, the double game towards Afghanistan and the use of terrorism as an excuse still continues," Karzai said. "Pakistan has not supported our efforts to bring peace and security to Afghanistan, which is very unfortunate." Karzai nonetheless restated the view that negotiations had to go through Pakistan in order to get to the Taliban. "Peace is the sacred desire of the people of Afghanistan. To achieve that we have to try more but we have to define first who we should talk to for peace, we have revise the ways of getting to peace," he said. "We are in fact dealing with governments, not with forces linked to them, therefore, we have to talk with those who have authority and deal with them." He added that he planned to hold a traditional assembly (loya jirga) to decide the country's peace strategy after the killing of peace envoy and former Afghanistan President Burhanuddin Rabbani. "In a traditional loya jirga which will be held soon, the representatives of Afghanistan will be asked (about the situation) and we will do according to their wishes," Karzai said.
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October - 3 
At least 38 weapons, including Kalashnikovs, repeaters, short guns and pistols, as well as 2,000 rounds of ammunition were also recovered during the raids and operation.
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At least 38 weapons, including Kalashnikovs, repeaters, short guns and pistols, as well as 2,000 rounds of ammunition were also recovered during the raids and operation.
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October - 3 
Eight aid workers belonging to a United States (US) Non Governmental Organisation (NGO), who were abducted while returning from an Afghan refugee camp on July 18, 2011 from Surkhab area of Pishin District in Balochistan were released by the Tehreek-e
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Eight aid workers belonging to a United States (US) Non Governmental Organisation (NGO), who were abducted while returning from an Afghan refugee camp on July 18, 2011 from Surkhab area of Pishin District in Balochistan were released by the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Wana town of South Waziristan Agency, reports Express Tribune. According to sources, a heavy ransom had been paid for the release, though officials did not confirm this.
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October - 3 
Eight militants were killed and three injured in a clash with Security Forces (SFs) in Dabori area of upper Orakzai Agency in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 3, reported Dawn. According to details, militants attacked a chec
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Eight militants were killed and three injured in a clash with Security Forces (SFs) in Dabori area of upper Orakzai Agency in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 3, reported Dawn. According to details, militants attacked a check post in Arhang area of Dabori and injured SF personnel. SFs retaliated with full force killing eight militants and wounding three others.
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October - 3 
Pakistan is a major source of makeshift bombs being used by terrorists in Afghanistan, a media report of The USA Today said on October 3, reports Indian Express. According to Navy Captain Douglas Borrebach, Deputy Director at Pentagon's Joint IED De
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Pakistan is a major source of makeshift bombs being used by terrorists in Afghanistan, a media report of The USA Today said on October 3, reports Indian Express. According to Navy Captain Douglas Borrebach, Deputy Director at Pentagon's Joint IED Defeat Organization, “More than 80 per cent of the Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) are homemade explosives using calcium ammonium nitrate fertilizer produced in Pakistan,” adding, "The border is a sieve. You can do your checkpoints, but that's not going to help stem the supply." "From June 2011 through August 2011, United States (US) troops detected or were hit by 5,088 IEDs, the most for any three-month period since the war began in 2001," the report said.
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October - 3 
Pakistan on October 3 rejected allegations from Afghan officials that its Intelligence Agency masterminded the September 20, 2011 assassination of Burhanuddin Rabbani, the former President of Afghanistan and Kabul’s chief peace negotiator with the Ta
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Pakistan on October 3 rejected allegations from Afghan officials that its Intelligence Agency masterminded the September 20, 2011 assassination of Burhanuddin Rabbani, the former President of Afghanistan and Kabul’s chief peace negotiator with the Taliban, reports Daily Times. An investigative delegation established by President Hamid Karzai said evidence and a confession provided by a man involved in Burhanuddin Rabbani’s killing had revealed that the bomber was Pakistani. “Instead of making such irresponsible statements, those in positions of authority in Kabul should seriously deliberate as to why all those Afghans who are favourably disposed towards peace and towards Pakistan are systematically being removed from the scene and killed,” the Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
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October - 3 
The bomb disposal squad defused a rocket shell, RPG-7 rocket, in the old bus stand area placed by unidentified militants in the busy area of Kohat city, Dawn reported.
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The bomb disposal squad defused a rocket shell, RPG-7 rocket, in the old bus stand area placed by unidentified militants in the busy area of Kohat city, Dawn reported.
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October - 3 
The Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) claimed to have arrested 39 suspects and recovered weapons in raids that were carried out at several areas of Karachi. Anti-Extremism Cell (AEC) of the Crime Investigation Department (CID) claimed to have arrested
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The Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) claimed to have arrested 39 suspects and recovered weapons in raids that were carried out at several areas of Karachi. Anti-Extremism Cell (AEC) of the Crime Investigation Department (CID) claimed to have arrested five target killers allegedly involved in the killings of 17 political workers in Karachi. Pakistan Rangers, Sindh also claimed to have arrested at least 22 suspects, including political workers and Lyari gangsters.
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October - 3 
The Parliamentary Committee on National Security on October 3 reiterated that there would be no compromise on country’s sovereignty and warned United States (US) that its intervention will not be tolerated, reports Daily Times. The committee, presid
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The Parliamentary Committee on National Security on October 3 reiterated that there would be no compromise on country’s sovereignty and warned United States (US) that its intervention will not be tolerated, reports Daily Times. The committee, presided over by Senator Mian Raza Rabbani, asked the US and Pakistani Governments to resolve the issue through dialogues. The parliamentarians warned that no US boots on ground will be tolerated.
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October - 3 
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), on October 3, welcomed the Government’s offer for peace talks with all insurgent groups, reported Express Tribune. Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said on October 2, 2011 that his administration was ready to ho
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The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), on October 3, welcomed the Government’s offer for peace talks with all insurgent groups, reported Express Tribune. Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said on October 2, 2011 that his administration was ready to hold negotiations with all militant groups, including the Haqqani Network. “The TTP welcomes the Prime Minister’s offer,” Maulvi Faqir Muhammad, TTP’s Deputy Commander and Commander-in-Chief in Bajaur Agency of the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) told The Express Tribune over phone from an undisclosed location. Faqir set two preconditions for dialogue: The Government should reconsider its relationship with the United States (US) and enforce Islamic Shari’ah in the country.
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October - 3 
The TTP militants killed three persons on charges of espionage for US in NWA. The bullet-riddled bodies of three persons were recovered lying on a road alongside the Miran Shah-Dattakhel road in NWA. The persons were killed by TTP in apparent retalia
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The TTP militants killed three persons on charges of espionage for US in NWA. The bullet-riddled bodies of three persons were recovered lying on a road alongside the Miran Shah-Dattakhel road in NWA. The persons were killed by TTP in apparent retaliation for the recent US drone strikes in the area, officials and a villager said.
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October - 3 
A Bangladeshi court is set to frame charges against 52 suspects, including Paresh Barua, chief of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), and top Islamist leader Matiur Rahman Nizami in the country’s biggest ever arms smuggling case when 10-truc
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A Bangladeshi court is set to frame charges against 52 suspects, including Paresh Barua, chief of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), and top Islamist leader Matiur Rahman Nizami in the country’s biggest ever arms smuggling case when 10-truck loads of arms destined for the banned Indian separatist group were seized on April 1, 2004, PTI reported. According to reports, the court has set the date on October 25 for framing the charges. The CID has sought INTERPOL assistance to arrest Paresh Barua who is among the 41 absconders in this case.
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October - 3 
Sri Lanka's elite Special Task Force (STF) Police recovered a huge arm cache hidden by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Mullaitivu area on October 3, Colombo Page reported. The haul of weapons discovered by the STF police included over
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Sri Lanka's elite Special Task Force (STF) Police recovered a huge arm cache hidden by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in Mullaitivu area on October 3, Colombo Page reported. The haul of weapons discovered by the STF police included over 1,700 rounds of anti-aircraft ammunition and many other weapons.
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October - 4 
A suspected woman Communist Part of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Soni Sori (36), wanted by the Chhattisgarh Police, was arrested from Katwaria Sarai in New Delhi on October 4, where she was allegedly hiding, reports Indian Express.
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A suspected woman Communist Part of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Soni Sori (36), wanted by the Chhattisgarh Police, was arrested from Katwaria Sarai in New Delhi on October 4, where she was allegedly hiding, reports Indian Express. Sori, is a primary school teacher and was wanted by the Chhattisgarh Police for acting as a conduit between Maoists and Essar group.
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October - 4 
India urged the United Nations (UN) to adopt the Comprehensive Convention against International Terrorism saying that UN's global counter-terrorism strategy would be incomplete without such a convention. In an address to the ongoing 66th session of t
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India urged the United Nations (UN) to adopt the Comprehensive Convention against International Terrorism saying that UN's global counter-terrorism strategy would be incomplete without such a convention. In an address to the ongoing 66th session of the UN General Assembly on September 4 Rajya Sabha (Upper House Parliament) Deputy Chairman K Rahman Khan said, “India believes that adoption of the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism (CCIT) would provide a solid legal basis for the fight against terrorism. In our view the UN global counter-terrorism strategy is incomplete in the absence of such a comprehensive convention.”
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October - 4 
Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Government on October 4 said it has no proposal to extend 74th Amendment of the Constitution to the State as there were already legislations in place which are more or less compliant with its provisions, according to Zee News.
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Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Government on October 4 said it has no proposal to extend 74th Amendment of the Constitution to the State as there were already legislations in place which are more or less compliant with its provisions, according to Zee News. "There is no proposal to extend the 74th Amendment of the Constitution to the State of Jammu and Kashmir," Deputy Chief Minister Tara Chand said in a written reply to a question in the J&K Assembly.
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October - 4 
Kanglaonline also reports that SFs arrested one MI-Khan faction of People’s United Liberation Front (PULF-MI Khan) cadre, identified as Amir Khan alias Amutti (42), from Phundrei of Thoubal District on October 4.
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Kanglaonline also reports that SFs arrested one MI-Khan faction of People’s United Liberation Front (PULF-MI Khan) cadre, identified as Amir Khan alias Amutti (42), from Phundrei of Thoubal District on October 4.
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October - 4 
On October 4, unidentified militants shot at and snatched away Carbine belonging to Assam Police personnel of the 19th battalion deployed at Ambikagiri Border Outpost (BOP) along Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border, at Sadiya in Tinsukia District, reports
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On October 4, unidentified militants shot at and snatched away Carbine belonging to Assam Police personnel of the 19th battalion deployed at Ambikagiri Border Outpost (BOP) along Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border, at Sadiya in Tinsukia District, reports Deccan Herald. Two of the policemen sustained bullet injuries on their legs. Ruling out the possibility of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) being behind the incident as "they are not known for snatching away carbines", the Police suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to be involved in the incident as Maoists had a presence in the area bordering Lower Dibang District of Arunachal Pradesh.
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October - 4 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested one ‘district commander’ of Nongdrenkhomba group of Kangleipak Communist Party-Military Council (KCP-MC), identified as Khwairakpam Oinam Romila Devi alias Pepi alias Purnima alias Chanuleima (28), at Naranseina Awang
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested one ‘district commander’ of Nongdrenkhomba group of Kangleipak Communist Party-Military Council (KCP-MC), identified as Khwairakpam Oinam Romila Devi alias Pepi alias Purnima alias Chanuleima (28), at Naranseina Awang leikai in Bishnupur District on October 4. Two .9 mm pistols, 10 live rounds of 9mm ammunition, 13 numbers of demand letters of KCP-MC Nongdrenkhomba group, one mobile hand set with SIM cards were recovered from her possession. She was involved in a number of cases relating to extortion in Bishnupur District for raising funds for the party.
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October - 4 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) from different places of Dhubri District, reports IBN Live. Two IEDs weighing 1.5 Kilograms each were seized by SFs, from a Kacharighat-bound engine-fitted boat coming from Maj
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) from different places of Dhubri District, reports IBN Live. Two IEDs weighing 1.5 Kilograms each were seized by SFs, from a Kacharighat-bound engine-fitted boat coming from Majherchar in the District. The owner of the boat, Mohammad Javed, (38) was arrested by SFs. Further, SFs during a routine check-up of railway tracks recovered an IED weighing 10 kilograms suspected to be planted by Anti-Talks faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-ATF) near no. 26 Railway Bridge at Sukhi-Dukhi village under Golokganj Police Station of Dhubri District.
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October - 4 
Suspected supporters of the United Naga Council (UNC) led economic blockade set afire a goods laden truck on October 4, on NH-53 at Oinamlong in Tamenglong District, reports Nagaland Post.
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Suspected supporters of the United Naga Council (UNC) led economic blockade set afire a goods laden truck on October 4, on NH-53 at Oinamlong in Tamenglong District, reports Nagaland Post.
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October - 4 
The All Assam Gorkha Students’ Union (AAGSU) observed black day on October 4 to mark the second anniversary of the massacre of 12 people, including women and children, at Bhimajuli in Sonitpur District of Assam. Exactly two years ago on this day, sus
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The All Assam Gorkha Students’ Union (AAGSU) observed black day on October 4 to mark the second anniversary of the massacre of 12 people, including women and children, at Bhimajuli in Sonitpur District of Assam. Exactly two years ago on this day, suspected militants of the NDFB-ATF sprayed bullets on civilians, killing 12 of them and injuring many others at Bhimajuli village along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border at Biswanath Chariali, seven of the victims were from the Gorkha community.
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October - 4 
The Border Security Force (BSF) on October 4 shot dead an intruder in Pargwal sector of Akhnoor tehsil (revenue unit) in Chamliyal forward area on the International Border (IB) in Ramgarh sector of Samba District, reports Daily Excelsior. The intrude
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The Border Security Force (BSF) on October 4 shot dead an intruder in Pargwal sector of Akhnoor tehsil (revenue unit) in Chamliyal forward area on the International Border (IB) in Ramgarh sector of Samba District, reports Daily Excelsior. The intruders appeared to be making attempts to enter into this side. Pakistani Rangers also resorted to cease-fire violation to give cover to the infiltrators by opening firing at Rajpura, Chak Phagwari and Jamun Bela posts of Pargwal from 9.30pm to 10.00 pm. Some reports said that Pakistan’s Ashiq post was involved in launching infiltrators and resorting to firing.
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October - 4 
The Communist Part of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) is on a recruitment spree in Koraput, Malkangiri, Rayagada and Nabarangpur Districts, reports The Telegraph. The recruitment drive comes in the wake of a series of reverses the Maoist have suffered in t
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The Communist Part of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) is on a recruitment spree in Koraput, Malkangiri, Rayagada and Nabarangpur Districts, reports The Telegraph. The recruitment drive comes in the wake of a series of reverses the Maoist have suffered in the last few months leading to depletion of their cadre strength.
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October - 4 
The Indian Air Force (IAF) will dispatch two of its Mi-17iv helicopters to the Jharkhand Government for logistic support in anti-Maoist operations being jointly conducted by Police and the Central Armed Police Force, reports The Pioneer. It is yet to
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The Indian Air Force (IAF) will dispatch two of its Mi-17iv helicopters to the Jharkhand Government for logistic support in anti-Maoist operations being jointly conducted by Police and the Central Armed Police Force, reports The Pioneer. It is yet to be known whether or not these will be fitted with light machine-guns since the IAF had asked the Centre to allow for retaliatory action in case its helicopters are attacked by the Maoists. The Centre had promised to provide as many as 23 choppers to these States. Aware of the shortage of the IAF choppers since a good number of these were deployed in the United Nations mission in Congo, the Centre also mulled the proposal to hire them from private players and initially made a provision for 13 choppers to ferry troops and supplies to Maoist zones under operation, reducing the figure to six later on.
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October - 4 
The National Investigation Agency(NIA) , which has been probing the Delhi High Court blast case (September 7, 2011), may take over the Mumbai serial blasts case (July 13, 2011) investigation as the Maharashtra Police has so far not been able to make
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The National Investigation Agency(NIA) , which has been probing the Delhi High Court blast case (September 7, 2011), may take over the Mumbai serial blasts case (July 13, 2011) investigation as the Maharashtra Police has so far not been able to make much progress in it, The Times of India reported.
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October - 4 
The Telegraph reports that Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants looted seven rifles, including four Single Barrel Breach Loading (SBBL) guns, from a forest range office in East Garo Hills on October 3, without, however, harming the forest s
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The Telegraph reports that Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants looted seven rifles, including four Single Barrel Breach Loading (SBBL) guns, from a forest range office in East Garo Hills on October 3, without, however, harming the forest staff. According to the Police, around 15 militants in camouflage and carrying AK 47 rifles surrounded the forest range office located at Chidekgre, 4 kilometres from Williamnagar, the headquarters of East Garo Hills. The militants reached the forest office after crossing the Simsang river. After surrounding the forest office, the militants first seized the cell phones of the staff and forced all of them into one room. The militants, who took control over the forest office for nearly half an hour, asked the staff not to inform the Police. The staff finally informed the Police only on October 4. This is the first major attack by GNLA militants on any Government institution to snatch weapons, adds Shillong Times.
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October - 4 
Times of Assam reports that suspected militants of the Pro-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) were involved in the October 1 killing of a businessman, identified as Anil Jain, at his garment shop near the Harimandir market in
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Times of Assam reports that suspected militants of the Pro-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) were involved in the October 1 killing of a businessman, identified as Anil Jain, at his garment shop near the Harimandir market in Nalbari Town.
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October - 4 
Union Home Minister P. Chidambaram assured the Meghalaya Government of all possible assistance to root out militancy from the State, informed Chief Minister Mukul Sangma. Sangma was in Delhi to discuss the ramifications of the GNLA threat with the Ho
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Union Home Minister P. Chidambaram assured the Meghalaya Government of all possible assistance to root out militancy from the State, informed Chief Minister Mukul Sangma. Sangma was in Delhi to discuss the ramifications of the GNLA threat with the Home Minister on October 4. The Chief Minister reiterated that his Government is sincere about addressing the root causes of militancy in Meghalaya.
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October - 4 
Zee News reports that the Communist Party-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on October 4 said that they would restrain use of arms for one month if the Government suspended joint operation in Jungle Mahal to create a congenial atmosphere for talks. "If there is no
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Zee News reports that the Communist Party-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on October 4 said that they would restrain use of arms for one month if the Government suspended joint operation in Jungle Mahal to create a congenial atmosphere for talks. "If there is no joint operation in the area then we will restrain arms for one month," a joint statement signed and issued by Akash- spokesperson of Maoist state Committee besides Sujato Bhadra and Choton Das, the two interlocutors, said. "The government will have to decide whether they will suspend joint operation for a month and create a congenial atmosphere for talks," Bhadra said. "The statement was signed on September 30 and there was an embargo till October 3 and after that the content of the statement was released to the media," Bhadra said. When asked whether it was a unilateral decision taken by the ultras, Bhadra said "It is never unilateral because if the government promises to stop joint operation then only the Maoist will restrain arms but it is a positive move which will provide scope for a dialogue."
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October - 4 
A Government school for girls was blown up in Benai Baba area of Shangla District on October 4, reports Dawn. The locals said that it was the first incident of its kind in the District and demanded early reconstruction of the school.
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A Government school for girls was blown up in Benai Baba area of Shangla District on October 4, reports Dawn. The locals said that it was the first incident of its kind in the District and demanded early reconstruction of the school.
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October - 4 
A group of masked militants set ablaze Pakistan Hotel near Gomal Zam Project site near Kajori area in North Waziristan Agency. Common passengers and army personnel used to stay briefly at the hotel.
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A group of masked militants set ablaze Pakistan Hotel near Gomal Zam Project site near Kajori area in North Waziristan Agency. Common passengers and army personnel used to stay briefly at the hotel.
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October - 4 
Afghanistan, on October 4, accused Pakistan of refusing to cooperate with investigations into the September 20, 2011 killing of Kabul Government peace envoy and former Afghanistan President Burhanuddin Rabbani, reports Daily Times. “We received a mes
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Afghanistan, on October 4, accused Pakistan of refusing to cooperate with investigations into the September 20, 2011 killing of Kabul Government peace envoy and former Afghanistan President Burhanuddin Rabbani, reports Daily Times. “We received a message from the embassy of Pakistan saying that since this issue has arisen in media, we cannot cooperate and we apologise for that,” said Mohammad Yasin Zia, Deputy head of the National Directorate of Security (NDS) Intelligence Agency. He said Afghan investigators wanted to meet the head of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), General Shuja Pasha, “but they didn’t show any interest.”
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October - 4 
At least 12 people of Hazara community were killed and seven seriously injured after unknown militants fired indiscriminately at a bus in Akhtarabad area of Quetta on October 4 (today), reported The News. According to sources, around 20-30 people on
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At least 12 people of Hazara community were killed and seven seriously injured after unknown militants fired indiscriminately at a bus in Akhtarabad area of Quetta on October 4 (today), reported The News. According to sources, around 20-30 people on board a passenger bus came under fire on their way to Hazar Ganji from Quetta. The militants carrying guns stopped the bus, dragged some passengers down and shot them dead following which they opened indiscriminate fire on the bus killing more.
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October - 4 
Maulana Abdul Khaliq Haqqani, a Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ‘commander’ of North Waziristan Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 3 warned that he will send suicide bombers to target top officials of a state-run power u
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Maulana Abdul Khaliq Haqqani, a Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ‘commander’ of North Waziristan Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 3 warned that he will send suicide bombers to target top officials of a state-run power utility if electricity is not restored in the area in 48 hours.
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October - 4 
One soldier, identified as Azizullah, was killed when a missile hit a security check post in Mazak area of Tiarza tehsil (revenue unit) in South Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 4, reported Dawn.
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One soldier, identified as Azizullah, was killed when a missile hit a security check post in Mazak area of Tiarza tehsil (revenue unit) in South Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 4, reported Dawn.
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October - 4 
President Asif Ali Zardari, on October 4, said that Pakistan had been paying the heaviest price in the war against terrorism and was determined to pursue the struggle till its logical conclusion, reported Daily Times. During a meeting with Shadow For
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President Asif Ali Zardari, on October 4, said that Pakistan had been paying the heaviest price in the war against terrorism and was determined to pursue the struggle till its logical conclusion, reported Daily Times. During a meeting with Shadow Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom (UK) Douglas Alexander at Presidency, the President said, “Our sacrifices exceed that of any other nation. Pakistan deserves and expects recognition by the international community.” The President also stressed the need for further enhancing the economic cooperation. He said that Pakistan was passing through one of the most difficult phases when its economy was under great stress due to recent jolt to it by another devastating flood. “An economy already bearing the brunt of war and last year’s natural calamity has once again been hit by rains and floods where around 8 million people have been affected,” he added.
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October - 4 
The death toll of October 4 sectarian attack on the Hazara community rose to 14, reported The News. Earlier, it was reported that 12 people were shot dead. Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) leader Malik Ishaq, who was arrested by Punjab Government on September
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The death toll of October 4 sectarian attack on the Hazara community rose to 14, reported The News. Earlier, it was reported that 12 people were shot dead. Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) leader Malik Ishaq, who was arrested by Punjab Government on September 22, 2011 under the Maintenance of Public Order law as a preventive measure in the wake of a spate of attacks on Shias, reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack, adds The Hindu.
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October - 4 
The United States (US) on October 4 linked the resumption of military aid to Pakistan with the latter’s ‘cooperation’ in the war on terror, reports Dawn. A spokesman for the US Embassy, Mark Stroh, said that military assistance to Pakistan had not be
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The United States (US) on October 4 linked the resumption of military aid to Pakistan with the latter’s ‘cooperation’ in the war on terror, reports Dawn. A spokesman for the US Embassy, Mark Stroh, said that military assistance to Pakistan had not been cut off, but suspended. He said the security assistance would be based on ‘cooperation’ between the two countries. The military assistance to Pakistan includes the Coalition Support Fund (CSF) and the Pakistan Capacity Building Fund (PCBF). Inter-Services Public Relations Director-General Major-General Athar Abbas also confirmed that the US had suspended military assistance to Pakistan, but had not conveyed it in black and white. He said the US had also suspended the $7 billion Kerry-Lugar package under which only $300 million had been released against a commitment of $1.5 billion per year for the five-year package.
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October - 4 
Unknown armed militants set ablaze an oil tanker near Bolan District, reported The News. According to details, a NATO container carrying logistics for Afghanistan was on its way from Karachi (Sindh) when unidentified armed militants opened fire at it
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Unknown armed militants set ablaze an oil tanker near Bolan District, reported The News. According to details, a NATO container carrying logistics for Afghanistan was on its way from Karachi (Sindh) when unidentified armed militants opened fire at it near Bolan District, resultantly, setting ablaze the container. However, no casualties were reported.
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October - 4 
Front organizations of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) are running private Saturday schools in the Netherlands, Radio Netherlands reported citing a recent report by the Dutch National Police, according to Colombo Page. During the weekend
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Front organizations of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) are running private Saturday schools in the Netherlands, Radio Netherlands reported citing a recent report by the Dutch National Police, according to Colombo Page. During the weekend classes of 21 schools across the country Tamil children are taught the Tamil language as well as dance and acting, the Police report has revealed. The schools are located in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Den Haag, Breda, Eindhoven, Arnhem and Leeuwarden. According to the Police report these schools use teaching materials that glorify the heroism of the Tamil people and the LTTE's struggle for an independent homeland in Sri Lanka. The Police report further says that these front organizations run similar schools in other European countries as well. However, not all Tamil schools in Europe teach LTTE doctrines, the report further noted.
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October - 5 
A local Congress leader, President of block Congress committee Mehta Kumar Kaushik (64), was shot dead by suspected Maoist cadres in Door Mohla town in Rajnandgaon District on October 5, reports Outlook India.
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A local Congress leader, President of block Congress committee Mehta Kumar Kaushik (64), was shot dead by suspected Maoist cadres in Door Mohla town in Rajnandgaon District on October 5, reports Outlook India.
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October - 5 
Hill Tiger Force (HTF), a non-Dimasa tribal militant outfit, has reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack on the goods train on October 5 in Dima Hasao District, reports The Sentinel.
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Hill Tiger Force (HTF), a non-Dimasa tribal militant outfit, has reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack on the goods train on October 5 in Dima Hasao District, reports The Sentinel.
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October - 5 
The Shillong Times reports that National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants on October 5 abducted a minor girl, identified as Chiranjoy Tripura (5), from remote Sarada Roaja Para under Raishyabari Police Station of Dhalai District. Accordin
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The Shillong Times reports that National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militants on October 5 abducted a minor girl, identified as Chiranjoy Tripura (5), from remote Sarada Roaja Para under Raishyabari Police Station of Dhalai District. According to report, the kidnapping was reportedly carried out after the extortion money demanded by NLFT had not been paid by the villagers.
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October - 5 
The Times of India reports that two cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Rajendra Singh Bhokta and Lalji Yadav, were picked up by a Police team from Hazaribagh District on October 5 following tip-off. They were arrested from ne
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The Times of India reports that two cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), Rajendra Singh Bhokta and Lalji Yadav, were picked up by a Police team from Hazaribagh District on October 5 following tip-off. They were arrested from near the old bus stand while they were moving in a suspicious manner. Two firearms with cartridges, Maoist literature and medicines were recovered from them.
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October - 5 
Unidentified militants on October 5 fired at a goods train, setting ablaze its engine and injuring the driver at a remote place between Lower Haflong and Maigrendisa Railway stations in Dima Hasao District, reports Zee News.
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Unidentified militants on October 5 fired at a goods train, setting ablaze its engine and injuring the driver at a remote place between Lower Haflong and Maigrendisa Railway stations in Dima Hasao District, reports Zee News.
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October - 5 
At least four people were shot dead by unidentified militants near the Railway Colony on Joint Road in Quetta on October 5, reports Daily Times. Militants on a motorbike opened fire at officials of the traffic Police on Joint Road killing two Police
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At least four people were shot dead by unidentified militants near the Railway Colony on Joint Road in Quetta on October 5, reports Daily Times. Militants on a motorbike opened fire at officials of the traffic Police on Joint Road killing two Police officials and two passers-by. A senior Police officer said it was too early to say whether the incident was a targeted killing as investigations were still underway. “The killed police officials spoke Punjabi and the incident will also be investigated from that angle,” he added.
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October - 5 
In Khyber Agency, unidentified militants targeted two NATO containers with remote controlled bombs, planted at roadside in Jamrud tehsil on October 5 (today) The first incident took place near Wazir Dhand while the other on Jamrud bypass road.
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In Khyber Agency, unidentified militants targeted two NATO containers with remote controlled bombs, planted at roadside in Jamrud tehsil on October 5 (today) The first incident took place near Wazir Dhand while the other on Jamrud bypass road.
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October - 5 
The Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) on October 5 rejoined the Federal and Provincial Governments and decided to help the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) solve the many problems that ail the country, reported Dawn. At a joint press conference with Sindh
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The Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) on October 5 rejoined the Federal and Provincial Governments and decided to help the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) solve the many problems that ail the country, reported Dawn. At a joint press conference with Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim Ali Shah, Governor Ishratul Ibad announced on October 5 that Muttahida ministers would resume their responsibilities. He added that the chief minister would decide portfolios for MQM ministers.
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October - 5 
The United States used “local (Pakistani) contacts” to reach the Haqqani network in North Waziristan Agency (NWA) of Federally Administered Tribal areas (FATA) for peace talks, a senior official said on October 5. Former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor O
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The United States used “local (Pakistani) contacts” to reach the Haqqani network in North Waziristan Agency (NWA) of Federally Administered Tribal areas (FATA) for peace talks, a senior official said on October 5. Former Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Owais Ahmed Ghani facilitated the ‘American wish’ after Islamabad agreed to allow “local contacts” to set up communication links with Haqqanis in Miranshah, headquarters of NWA, the official told Daily Times on the condition of anonymity. He did not say when the link was established between the US and the Haqqani network, nor did he mention what the outcome was. “Yes, there was a move by the US, and Owais Ghani and a counter-intelligence chief of a secret agency of this country helped the US by requesting the Haqqanis through ‘tribal sources’ to open up channel of communications with the Americans,” the official revealed. The official claimed to have worked with the counter-intelligence chief, who was later killed in a terrorist attack. His murder did not appear to be linked to facilitating America’s communication link with the Haqqani network, the official said. “No details were shared after the first direct contact between the Americans and the Haqqanis,” the official said. Siraj Haqqani, operational commander of the Haqqani network and son of Jalaluddin Haqqani, has told BBC that the Americans, among others, had been in touch to try to persuade him to enter talks with the Afghan government. US officials had secretly met with leaders of the Haqqani network this summer, the Wall Street Journal reported on October 5. The journal quoted a senior US official as saying that there had been at least one meeting over the summer between US officials and Haqqani representatives. The meeting was set up by Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), a fact that the Americans said confirmed their suspicions of Pakistani ties to the Haqqanis, the report said. “We’ve got no illusions about what the Haqqanis ultimately are,” the report quoted a senior US official. But the “war is going to end with a deal. That’s what we’re trying to make inevitable. The more parties involved in talking, that’s probably going to make for a better deal,” he said. The official declined to discuss the talks with the Haqqanis, describing them as “early and not very well defined.”
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October - 5 
Two suspected militants were killed in a clash with volunteers of a Local Peace Committee in Akkakhel area on October 5.
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Two suspected militants were killed in a clash with volunteers of a Local Peace Committee in Akkakhel area on October 5.
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October - 5 
Unidentified militants on October 5 blew up two Government girls’ schools with explosive devices in Shamozai area of Mardan District. The buildings of Government High School for girls were completely destroyed while the building of Government Primary
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Unidentified militants on October 5 blew up two Government girls’ schools with explosive devices in Shamozai area of Mardan District. The buildings of Government High School for girls were completely destroyed while the building of Government Primary School for girls was partially damaged.
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October - 5 
A boy, identified as Til Bahadur Pun (11) of Kagate in Baluwatar Village Development Committee-8 (VDC-8) in Dailekh District, got seriously injured when he struck an abandoned socket bomb with a stone causing an explosion on October 5, reports inseco
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A boy, identified as Til Bahadur Pun (11) of Kagate in Baluwatar Village Development Committee-8 (VDC-8) in Dailekh District, got seriously injured when he struck an abandoned socket bomb with a stone causing an explosion on October 5, reports inseconline.org. According to the victim's father Nar Bahadur Pun Magar, his son had found the bomb in the nearby Bhawarsen jungle while herding goats.
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Kangla Online reports that a ‘town commander’ of United National Liberation Front (UNLF), identified as ‘lieutenant’ Yengkhom Sietabal alias Ingobi (36), was killed during a gunfight between Security Forces (SFs) and UNLF militants at Nambol Kamong
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Kangla Online reports that a ‘town commander’ of United National Liberation Front (UNLF), identified as ‘lieutenant’ Yengkhom Sietabal alias Ingobi (36), was killed during a gunfight between Security Forces (SFs) and UNLF militants at Nambol Kamong Mayai Leikai under Bishnupur District during the intervening night of October 6-7. Sources claimed that other militants taking advantage of the darkness fled from the incident site. The troops also recovered one .9mm pistol loaded with 11 live rounds from the possession of the dead militant.
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October - 6 
Kanglaonline reports that a rice laden truck of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) was set ablaze by suspected supporters of the economic blockade spearheaded by United Naga Council (UNC) along the National Highway 37 (formerly known as 53) near Non
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Kanglaonline reports that a rice laden truck of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) was set ablaze by suspected supporters of the economic blockade spearheaded by United Naga Council (UNC) along the National Highway 37 (formerly known as 53) near Noney in Tamenglong District on October 6.
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October - 6 
Outlook reports that Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) on October 6 announced formal unification of its two factions with Pakistan-based Amanullah Khan to be the lifetime "supreme head" of the group. "The two main factions of JKLF have been m
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Outlook reports that Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) on October 6 announced formal unification of its two factions with Pakistan-based Amanullah Khan to be the lifetime "supreme head" of the group. "The two main factions of JKLF have been merged following my meeting with Amanullah Khan at his residence in Rawalpindi, wherein it was in principle decided to reunite the party," JKLF chairman Yasin Malik told reporters at the party headquarters in Srinagar. Malik said he will act as the chairman of the group until a central convention is held while Khan will be the lifetime supreme head of the group.
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October - 6 
PTI reports that Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said on October 6 that his country will extend its "full political, moral and diplomatic support" to Kashmiri people and underlined the need to resolve the Kashmir issue through negotiations
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PTI reports that Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said on October 6 that his country will extend its "full political, moral and diplomatic support" to Kashmiri people and underlined the need to resolve the Kashmir issue through negotiations. The Government and people of Pakistan will "always stand by their Kashmiri brethren in their quest for self-determination" and continue to extend their "full political, moral and diplomatic support" to them, he said. "The Kashmir cause was close to the hearts of every Pakistani and their commitment to their cause of self-determination was unwavering," he said.
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October - 6 
Security Forces (SFs) on October 6 neutralized a militant hideout in the forest area of Dever in Kupwara District and recovered arms and ammunition, reports Daily Excelsior. The recoveries included one Chinese grenade, 10 AK 47 magazines, 252 rounds
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Security Forces (SFs) on October 6 neutralized a militant hideout in the forest area of Dever in Kupwara District and recovered arms and ammunition, reports Daily Excelsior. The recoveries included one Chinese grenade, 10 AK 47 magazines, 252 rounds of AK ammunition, 19 PIKA rounds and two radio set antennas.
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October - 6 
SFs on October 6 arrested two militants belonging to the Military Defence Force Faction of Kanglei Yowel Kanna Lup (KYKL-MDF), identified as Soram Shemchand alias Malang (33) and Ngangom Shanta Singh, at Pourabi Mayai Leikai in Imphal East District.
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SFs on October 6 arrested two militants belonging to the Military Defence Force Faction of Kanglei Yowel Kanna Lup (KYKL-MDF), identified as Soram Shemchand alias Malang (33) and Ngangom Shanta Singh, at Pourabi Mayai Leikai in Imphal East District. Two .9 mm pistols with live rounds, mobile handsets with SIM cards were seized from their possession.
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October - 6 
The Hindu reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) observed bandh (general shutdown) on October 6 in the Visakha Agency demanding that the Police produce in a court of law, the outfit’s Andhra-Odisha Border Special Zonal Committe
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The Hindu reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) observed bandh (general shutdown) on October 6 in the Visakha Agency demanding that the Police produce in a court of law, the outfit’s Andhra-Odisha Border Special Zonal Committee (AOBSZC) member and a Central Committee member, Damodar alias Azad, who was taken into custody. No untoward incident was reported till late in the evening, though some trouble was expected, when the Maoists felled trees and blocked traffic on the road near Borthi village under Choudupally panchayat (village level local self-Government institution). A group of CPI-Maoist members led by armed cadres marched from Lothugedda to Vangasara village, and felled trees between Vangasara and Cherukumpaakalu villages and placed them on the road.
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October - 6 
The Maoists assaulted an alleged Police informer at Raoghat in Kakedar and robbed his house, reports Daily Bhaskar. According to eyewitnesses, around 40-50 Maoists attacked the 'informer' and intimidated the villagers to face consequences if they go
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The Maoists assaulted an alleged Police informer at Raoghat in Kakedar and robbed his house, reports Daily Bhaskar. According to eyewitnesses, around 40-50 Maoists attacked the 'informer' and intimidated the villagers to face consequences if they go to Police.
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October - 6 
The Naga people in Sadar Hills area of Senapati District have strengthened their stand against the formation of Sadar Hills District and vowed to shed blood for the cause of their land, saying the Nagas will not compromise with anyone over their land
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The Naga people in Sadar Hills area of Senapati District have strengthened their stand against the formation of Sadar Hills District and vowed to shed blood for the cause of their land, saying the Nagas will not compromise with anyone over their land. A sit-in-protest was staged against the creation of Sadar Hills District at Makhan village which was participated by hundreds of people on October 6.
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October - 6 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has detained one more suspect from Kishtwar District in Jammu and Kashmir for the September 7 blast outside the Delhi High Court, Indian Express reported. According to NIA officials, the suspect, identified as
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has detained one more suspect from Kishtwar District in Jammu and Kashmir for the September 7 blast outside the Delhi High Court, Indian Express reported. According to NIA officials, the suspect, identified as Wasim, is one of the key conspirators and has been studying in Bangladesh. Calling his detention a major breakthrough, they claimed that Wasim and four others hatched the plot in Bangladesh and took the help of local contacts in Kishtwar. “It is through the process of elimination during the interrogation of Aamir (an accused in the case) that we managed to reach Wasim. He appears to be the key link,” said an official. Wasim’s will be the third arrest in the case. The agency had earlier arrested Aamir Abbas and Abid Hussain, both residents of Kishtwar. results of the polygraph test performed on at least one of the accused picked up from Kishtwar in Jammu and Kashmir have indicated HuJI hand in the September 7, 2011 Delhi high court blast, reports DNA. Sources in the Union Home Ministry said that in the polygraph test, the accused confessed having first an initial meeting in July and then a larger meeting with three Bangladeshi men at a mosque in Jammu on September 3, four days before the blast, to decide on the place of the terror attack. The two accused, Amir Abbas Dev and Abid Hussain, suspected of having played a hand in the Delhi high court blast, were picked up by the NIA, with the help of Jammu and Kashmir Police, after the investigators traced the first email sent to media houses to an internet cafe in Kishtwar.
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October - 6 
The Telegraph adds that Mamata Banerjee is reportedly unhappy with the Maoists for having gone public with a statement offering ceasefire without informing the Government about it but she is willing to hear out their case.
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The Telegraph adds that Mamata Banerjee is reportedly unhappy with the Maoists for having gone public with a statement offering ceasefire without informing the Government about it but she is willing to hear out their case.
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October - 6 
The West Bengal Government said that it would await a formal communication from Maoists before responding to the one-month ceasefire offer made in a joint statement by its leader Akash and interlocutors Sujato Bhadra and Choton Das, reports The econo
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The West Bengal Government said that it would await a formal communication from Maoists before responding to the one-month ceasefire offer made in a joint statement by its leader Akash and interlocutors Sujato Bhadra and Choton Das, reports The economic Times.
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October - 6 
A bomb exploded at a CD shop situated in Pir Sabaq area of Quetta damaging the building. However, no loss of life was reported.
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A bomb exploded at a CD shop situated in Pir Sabaq area of Quetta damaging the building. However, no loss of life was reported.
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October - 6 
A dumper-truck driver, identified as Driver Noor Ali Khan, was shot dead in Sultanabad within the limits of Manghopir Police Station. Khan was standing in front of his house when two armed militants sprayed bullets on him killing him on the spot.
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A dumper-truck driver, identified as Driver Noor Ali Khan, was shot dead in Sultanabad within the limits of Manghopir Police Station. Khan was standing in front of his house when two armed militants sprayed bullets on him killing him on the spot.
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October - 6 
A five-member special bench of the Supreme Court on October 6 noted that the Government had failed to protect life and property of the citizens in Karachi, Daily Times reported. A five-member special bench of the Supreme Court, headed by Chief Justi
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A five-member special bench of the Supreme Court on October 6 noted that the Government had failed to protect life and property of the citizens in Karachi, Daily Times reported. A five-member special bench of the Supreme Court, headed by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry directed that a committee be constituted under the Sindh High Court (LHC) chief justice (CJ), comprising the chief secretary and heads of the Law Enforcement Agencies to supervise and ensure a stern and ordered across the board action against the elements involved in causing disturbance in Karachi. The bench declared that recent violence in Karachi represents unimaginable brutalities, bloodshed, kidnapping and throwing away dead bodies and torsos in bags. The court noted that the Federal Government had also not protected the Sindh province against internal disturbance, thus the Provincial Government on this account, too, failed to carry out functions in accordance with Article 148(3) of the constitution. The court held that Karachi has to be cleansed from all kinds of weapons and Police be depoliticised and strengthened while there is a need for a fresh comprehensive law to eliminate and punish land grabbers and encroachers.
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October - 6 
An activist of the ST, identified as Zubair Zaheer Qureshi, was killed in Samanabad area. Qureshi was shot dead by Rangers personnel when he along with his accomplices restored to aerial firing and forced the shopkeepers to pull down their shutters i
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An activist of the ST, identified as Zubair Zaheer Qureshi, was killed in Samanabad area. Qureshi was shot dead by Rangers personnel when he along with his accomplices restored to aerial firing and forced the shopkeepers to pull down their shutters in view of the strike call given against the death sentence awarded to Malik Mumtaz Qadri, the assassin of former Punjab Governor Salman Taseer.
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October - 6 
At least eight suspects, including two target killers, were arrested in separate raids in Karachi. Rangers raided head office of ST and arrested its central leaders Shahid Ghauri and Mubeen Qadri. ST spokesman strongly condemned the detention of part
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At least eight suspects, including two target killers, were arrested in separate raids in Karachi. Rangers raided head office of ST and arrested its central leaders Shahid Ghauri and Mubeen Qadri. ST spokesman strongly condemned the detention of party's central leaders.
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October - 6 
At least two Security Force (SF) personnel were injured when a bomb exploded outside a Non-Governmental Office (NGO) office in Muslimabad area of Kohat District on October 6, partially damaging the building of the NGO, reports Daily Times.
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At least two Security Force (SF) personnel were injured when a bomb exploded outside a Non-Governmental Office (NGO) office in Muslimabad area of Kohat District on October 6, partially damaging the building of the NGO, reports Daily Times.
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October - 6 
Chief of Army Staff General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani said on October 6 that the army had made all arrangements to counter any terrorist attack from across the Afghan border, reported Dawn. General Kayani said Saudi Arabia had played an important role to
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Chief of Army Staff General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani said on October 6 that the army had made all arrangements to counter any terrorist attack from across the Afghan border, reported Dawn. General Kayani said Saudi Arabia had played an important role to maintain peace and stability in the region, especially in Afghanistan, and it still had a role in the neighbouring country and in regional security. He said he had confidence in Pakistan Army that it was capable of defending the country. In reply to a question, he said the army had achieved success against terrorists in Swat, Malakand and Waziristan, but there was no military solution to every problem. He said the civil administration should take charge in areas which had been cleared by the army because it could not stay in any area permanently.
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October - 6 
Four militants, including a ‘commander’, were killed in two different incidents in Khyber Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 6, reported Dawn. Security Forces (SFs) claimed that Lashkar-i-Islam commander Wahid Afridi and
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Four militants, including a ‘commander’, were killed in two different incidents in Khyber Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 6, reported Dawn. Security Forces (SFs) claimed that Lashkar-i-Islam commander Wahid Afridi and his bodyguard Abid were killed while two other militants were injured during a search operation in Shalobar area of Bara tehsil in Khyber Agency. The operation was launched after militants attacked a security check post near Al-Haaj Market.
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October - 6 
Four people, including an activist of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), were killed in separate acts of violence in different parts of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh on October 6, reported Daily Times. Acts of target killings resurfaced after
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Four people, including an activist of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), were killed in separate acts of violence in different parts of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh on October 6, reported Daily Times. Acts of target killings resurfaced after the Supreme Court (SC) announced its verdict on the law and order situation in Karachi. The SC observed in its verdict that the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), MQM, Sunni Tehreek (ST), Jama’at-e-Islami (JeI) and the Awami National Party (ANP) were involved in criminal activities, asking these parties to expel criminal elements from their ranks and files, adds The News
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October - 6 
In Talo Kunj village of Kurram Agency, an Afghan national was killed and another injured when armed militants attacked a car going to Afghanistan on October 6. The driver of the car was killed on the spot while his companion received minor injuries.
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In Talo Kunj village of Kurram Agency, an Afghan national was killed and another injured when armed militants attacked a car going to Afghanistan on October 6. The driver of the car was killed on the spot while his companion received minor injuries.
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October - 6 
Malik Mumtaz Hussain Qadri, the assassin of former Punjab Governor Salman Taseer on October 6 filed an appeal against his death sentence, reported The News. "Today we have filed an appeal in Islamabad High Court against the verdict and have challenge
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Malik Mumtaz Hussain Qadri, the assassin of former Punjab Governor Salman Taseer on October 6 filed an appeal against his death sentence, reported The News. "Today we have filed an appeal in Islamabad High Court against the verdict and have challenged Qadri's death sentence," Shuja-ur-Rehman, one of Qadri's lawyers said. "The Anti-Terrorism Court was not the competent authority to sentence him, this decision is illegal and baseless." Rehman added.
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October - 6 
On October 6 Pakistan’s former President Pervez Musharraf charged that archrival India seeks to “create an anti-Pakistan Afghanistan” as part of a bid to dominate South Asia politically and economically. Musharraf said Afghanistan sends its intellige
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On October 6 Pakistan’s former President Pervez Musharraf charged that archrival India seeks to “create an anti-Pakistan Afghanistan” as part of a bid to dominate South Asia politically and economically. Musharraf said Afghanistan sends its intelligence staff, diplomats and soldiers to India where they are “indoctrinated against Pakistan,” something he said India must stop and the United States (US) should be concerned about.
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October - 6 
Pakistan urged the Afghan authorities on October 6 to demonstrate responsibility in the complex situation in the region, Dawn reported. “At this defining stage when challenges have multiplied, as have the opportunities, it is our expectation that ev
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Pakistan urged the Afghan authorities on October 6 to demonstrate responsibility in the complex situation in the region, Dawn reported. “At this defining stage when challenges have multiplied, as have the opportunities, it is our expectation that everyone, especially those in position of authority in Afghanistan, will demonstrate maturity and responsibility. This is no time for point-scoring, playing politics or grandstanding,” Foreign Office spokesperson Tehmina Janjua said. She said national interest would guide Pakistan’s Foreign Policy and response to all challenges at all times. “It has been made clear to everyone that safeguarding national interests is the primary focus of Pakistan’s Foreign Policy.” Janjua added.
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October - 6 
Pakistan will extend its "full political, moral and diplomatic support" to Kashmiri people, Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said on October 6 and underlined the need to resolve the Kashmir issue through negotiations, reports The Times of India. Gi
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Pakistan will extend its "full political, moral and diplomatic support" to Kashmiri people, Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani said on October 6 and underlined the need to resolve the Kashmir issue through negotiations, reports The Times of India. Gilani made the remarks while addressing a session of the Council of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) that was held in Islamabad to approve the body's budget for 2011-12. The Government and people of Pakistan will "always stand by their Kashmiri brethren in their quest for self-determination" and continue to extend their "full political, moral and diplomatic support" to them, he said, adding, "The Kashmir cause was close to the hearts of every Pakistani and their commitment to their cause of self-determination was unwavering". Pakistan wants the "peaceful and negotiated resolution" of the issue in accordance with United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolutions and the aspirations of the people of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), he added.
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October - 6 
Pakistan's former President Pervez Musharraf on October 6 charged that archrival India seeks to "create an anti-Pakistan Afghanistan" as part of a bid to dominate South Asia politically and economically, The News reported. Musharraf said Afghanistan
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Pakistan's former President Pervez Musharraf on October 6 charged that archrival India seeks to "create an anti-Pakistan Afghanistan" as part of a bid to dominate South Asia politically and economically, The News reported. Musharraf said Afghanistan sends its intelligence staff, diplomats and soldiers to India where they are "indoctrinated against Pakistan," something he said India must stop and the United States should be concerned about. "In Afghanistan, there is some kind of a proxy conflict going on between Pakistan and India," Musharraf told a Leadership Forum sponsored by the Atlantic Media Corporation. "India is trying to create an anti-Pakistan Afghanistan."It's ambition, he said, is to "have a weak Pakistan so that it can be dominated, so that it doesn't have any confrontationist attitude which doesn't go well with India's vision of dominating the region," Musharraf added. Musharraf said he understood that India does not seek to take over Pakistan militarily, but rather it wants to dominate Pakistan in the area of foreign policy, economic policy, trade and commerce. "That is how you suppress you control or dominate another country."
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October - 6 
Police found an unidentified dead body of a man from Old Golimar within the jurisdiction of Pak Colony Police Station.
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Police found an unidentified dead body of a man from Old Golimar within the jurisdiction of Pak Colony Police Station.
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October - 6 
President Asif Ali Zardari reiterated that it was shared responsibility of international community to assist Pakistan in its fight against militants as this ‘Frankenstein’ was once created by the world to meet objective of defeating the rival ideolog
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President Asif Ali Zardari reiterated that it was shared responsibility of international community to assist Pakistan in its fight against militants as this ‘Frankenstein’ was once created by the world to meet objective of defeating the rival ideology. He said Pakistan, having unequalled advantage of being aware of the on ground situation, was in a better position and was fully determined to continue fighting militants at a pace and manner that was best suited to the ground realities. “We will continue with our struggle at all costs and in all circumstances,” he said.
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October - 6 
SFs foiled a terror bid by defusing explosive device placed behind a student hostel at Landikotal College in Khyber Agency, reports Daily Times.
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SFs foiled a terror bid by defusing explosive device placed behind a student hostel at Landikotal College in Khyber Agency, reports Daily Times.
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October - 6 
The MQM activist, identified as Kamran, was shot dead at the main bazaar of Pir Ilahi Bux (PIB) Colony within the limits of PIB Police Station, reports Daily Times. Soon after the murder of the MQM activist, tension engulfed PIB Colony and its surrou
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The MQM activist, identified as Kamran, was shot dead at the main bazaar of Pir Ilahi Bux (PIB) Colony within the limits of PIB Police Station, reports Daily Times. Soon after the murder of the MQM activist, tension engulfed PIB Colony and its surrounding areas as shops and markets were closed.
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October - 6 
Two bullet-riddled dead bodies of Baloch missing persons, identified as Arafat and Abdul Karim, were found in Murghab area of Turbat District. According to details, Arafat (17) was abducted from a passenger coach by unidentified militants in Shadi Ka
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Two bullet-riddled dead bodies of Baloch missing persons, identified as Arafat and Abdul Karim, were found in Murghab area of Turbat District. According to details, Arafat (17) was abducted from a passenger coach by unidentified militants in Shadi Kaur area when he was travelling from Turbat District to Quetta on September 23, 2011, and Abdul Karim was abducted on August 8, 2011.
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October - 6 
Two unidentified persons were killed and another sustained injuries in a landmine explosion at Pehlawagh area in Dera Bugti District on October 6, reports Daily Times.
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Two unidentified persons were killed and another sustained injuries in a landmine explosion at Pehlawagh area in Dera Bugti District on October 6, reports Daily Times.
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October - 6 
Unidentified militants fired a rocket targeting Mand town. However, no casualties were reported.
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Unidentified militants fired a rocket targeting Mand town. However, no casualties were reported.
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October - 6 
United States (US) President Barack Obama accused Pakistan on October 6 of hedging its bets on Afghanistan’s future and warned there were “some connections” between its intelligence services and extremists, reports Daily Times. “I think they have hed
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United States (US) President Barack Obama accused Pakistan on October 6 of hedging its bets on Afghanistan’s future and warned there were “some connections” between its intelligence services and extremists, reports Daily Times. “I think they have hedged their bets in terms of what Afghanistan would look like and part of hedging their bets is having interactions with some of the unsavoury characters who they think might end up regaining power in Afghanistan after coalition forces have left,” Obama said in a White House News Conference. The US would not be comfortable in a long-term strategic relationship with Pakistan if it felt Islamabad was not mindful of US interests, added Obama.
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October - 6 
Unknown militants sent two text messages to the staffers of two separate girls’ schools located in Landhi area which resulted in panic among the children and school administration. The first text message was received by Al Mumtaz Girls School located
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Unknown militants sent two text messages to the staffers of two separate girls’ schools located in Landhi area which resulted in panic among the children and school administration. The first text message was received by Al Mumtaz Girls School located in Majeed Colony, Landhi within the remit of Quaidabad Police Station. Later on, a teacher of Zubaida Girls School situated in Muzaffarabad Colony, Landhi, received a similar message.
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October - 6 
Ivo Opstelten, the Minister of Security and Justice of the Netherlands Government said that the National Coordinator for Counterterrorism and Security (NCTV) was considering to take action against the Saturday schools run by the front organizations o
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Ivo Opstelten, the Minister of Security and Justice of the Netherlands Government said that the National Coordinator for Counterterrorism and Security (NCTV) was considering to take action against the Saturday schools run by the front organizations of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the country, Colombo Page reported. A Dutch national Police report had recently revealed that the front organizations of LTTE operated 21 schools in the country and during the weekend classes the Tamil children were taught materials that glorify the LTTE's armed struggle for a separate homeland in Sri Lanka.
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October - 7 
Assam Power Minister Pradyut Bordoloi said the state government has proof that Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) is trying to gain foothold in the Northeast by trying to organise protests against Hydel Power Projects, reports Economic Time
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Assam Power Minister Pradyut Bordoloi said the state government has proof that Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) is trying to gain foothold in the Northeast by trying to organise protests against Hydel Power Projects, reports Economic Times. Bordoloi on October 7 said, "Opposing mega power projects and gaining foothold among people is the new modus operandi of Left-wing extremism. We have evidence to substantiate that Maoists are looking to make inroads in Sadiya area of the Tinsukia District". An officer with one of the intelligence agencies said the growing presence of Naxals [Left Wing Extremists] in the Tinsukia District, a stronghold of the Anti-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) and adjoining District of Arunachal Pradesh was a security concern. Maoists have initiated a recruitment drive in the area and are targeting the youth of the area. Bordoloi further said, "To counter Maoist influence, we are initiating developmental measures. We will install transmission line along the Dholla-Sadiya Bridge. This bridge over river Brahmaputra will cut down the traveling time between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh".
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October - 7 
China and Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) supports Peoples Liberation Army (PLA), the Manipur based outfit, in its bid to form a ‘Strong United Front’ along with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and Kashmiri militants, reports Times of
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China and Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) supports Peoples Liberation Army (PLA), the Manipur based outfit, in its bid to form a ‘Strong United Front’ along with Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and Kashmiri militants, reports Times of India. Officials claimed that ISI was funding PLA for supplying arms and ammunition to Maoists in the country and a "Strategic United Front" was being made to carry out attacks in India and on Security Forces in the Naxal-affected areas. An official source said, "ISI and PLA are in touch and supplying Maoists with arms. They are supposedly using China as the alternative route." The special cell of Delhi Police has learnt that the chief of the political wing of the PLA - Irengbam Chaoren - is hiding in China and is operating an arms syndicate from there. The Police have also come to know that PLA, having over 1,500 cadres, was planning to liaise with terrorist outfits based in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), including Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and separatist groups based in Jammu and Kashmir and the northeast. The revelations were made by two top PLA leaders - N Dilip Singh (51) and Arun Kumar Singh Salam (36) – arrested in New Delhi. "N Dilip Singh and Arun Kumar were arrested from a hotel in Paharganj on October 1. Following their arrest, the Manipur Police have arrested three more persons in Imphal," P N Aggarwal, special commissioner (special cell) said. Daily Excelsior adds that Singh, a self-styled captain, is the head of PLA’s external affairs while Salam is his deputy.
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October - 7 
Director General of Police (DGP) N Ramachandran on October 7 said that Police were still investigating into the incident of looting of arms by Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants from East Garo Hills District Range forest office at Chidekg
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Director General of Police (DGP) N Ramachandran on October 7 said that Police were still investigating into the incident of looting of arms by Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants from East Garo Hills District Range forest office at Chidekgre, about five kilometres away from Williamnagar, in East Garo Hills on October 3, reports The Shillong Times. Ramachandran said, “Until the investigation is completed it would be premature on my part to comment anything on this incident”.
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October - 7 
In third major arrest in Delhi High Court blast case (September 7, 2011), the National Investigating Agency (NIA) on October 7 arrested a Kashmiri youth, who was pursuing studies at Dhaka in Bangladesh from New Delhi soon after he alighted from a fli
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In third major arrest in Delhi High Court blast case (September 7, 2011), the National Investigating Agency (NIA) on October 7 arrested a Kashmiri youth, who was pursuing studies at Dhaka in Bangladesh from New Delhi soon after he alighted from a flight at IGI airport in the capital. The arrestee, identified as Wasim Akram Malik, a resident of Kishtwar District in Jammu and Kashmir was arrested following clues gathered during investigations by the NIA that he was a key conspirator in the blast along with his brother, Junaid Akram Malik, a ‘commander’ of the militant outfit Hizb-ul-Mujahideen, who was absconding.
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October - 7 
Nagaland Post reports that six National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants were killed and five injured including NSCN-IM ‘Brigadier’ Sunu Poumai in an ambush laid by Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF), a newly flouted armed Na
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Nagaland Post reports that six National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants were killed and five injured including NSCN-IM ‘Brigadier’ Sunu Poumai in an ambush laid by Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF), a newly flouted armed Naga outfit, on the road leading to Subung village under Nungba subdivision in Tamenglong District on October 7. About 60 NSCN-IM cadres were travelling to Subung village in two trucks when they came under attack. The site of the ambush falls under Khoupum Police station in the District. In local media reports on October 9, ZUF spokesman “claimed responsibility for the ambush” laid against the NSCN-IM. ZUF said that “it did not want any bloodshed in the Zeliangrong society but the evil designs of NSCN-IM compelled it to do…also fervently appealed to the general public to know the real motive of the NSCN leaders to prevent such unwanted incidents in the future.” ZUF, also known as the Zeliangrong Tiger Force (ZTF), stated it had also arrested nine NSCN-IM militants, who entered Duithanjang village in Khoupum, on October 8.
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October - 7 
Security Forces arrested a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, Hilal Ahmad Khanday, from Achhabal in Anantnag District.
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Security Forces arrested a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, Hilal Ahmad Khanday, from Achhabal in Anantnag District.
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October - 7 
SFs on October 7 arrested one militant belonging to People’s United Liberation Front (PULF), identified as Mohammad Rajik Khan alias Ibonaha (28), from Kongba Bridge in Imphal East District. One .9mm pistol with live rounds was recovered from the mil
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SFs on October 7 arrested one militant belonging to People’s United Liberation Front (PULF), identified as Mohammad Rajik Khan alias Ibonaha (28), from Kongba Bridge in Imphal East District. One .9mm pistol with live rounds was recovered from the militant.
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October - 7 
The 24-hour-long bandh (general shutdown) called by the CPI-Maoist passed off peacefully in the State. The bandh was called in wake of alleged atrocities of Police on residents of Saranda forest in West Singhbhum District, reports The Pioneer. The no
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The 24-hour-long bandh (general shutdown) called by the CPI-Maoist passed off peacefully in the State. The bandh was called in wake of alleged atrocities of Police on residents of Saranda forest in West Singhbhum District, reports The Pioneer. The notification regarding the same was issued by the Maoists from Latehar District. The CPI-Maoist and its frontal organisations have been blaming that the Security Forces’ (SFs’) inflicted atrocities on the common masses during Operation Anaconda that was run in the ‘claimed’ Naxal headquarters of Saranda forest and Operation Hills that was run in Latehar and its neighbouring Districts.
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October - 7 
The Hindu reports that the interlocutors appointed by the West Bengal Government seem convinced that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) is serious about pursuing ways to bring peace to the region. “Both the main stakeholders as well as
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The Hindu reports that the interlocutors appointed by the West Bengal Government seem convinced that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) is serious about pursuing ways to bring peace to the region. “Both the main stakeholders as well as the government are serious in pursuing peace as are the people of Jangalmahal,” said Sujato Bhadra, one of the main interlocutors for talks with the Maoists, talking to The Hindu in the wake of the CPI-Maoist’s truce offer that was made public earlier this week. There could be some indication of the State Government's response to the offer during Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's scheduled visit to West Midnapore District next week.
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October - 7 
The Hindu reports that three troopers of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) were killed, and another seriously injured, when a powerful Improvised Explosive Device (IED) exploded under their vehicle near Geedam on National Highway 16 in Dantewada District
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The Hindu reports that three troopers of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) were killed, and another seriously injured, when a powerful Improvised Explosive Device (IED) exploded under their vehicle near Geedam on National Highway 16 in Dantewada District on October 7. "The SSB jawans were travelling in a Tata 407 [light truck] as part of a convoy of 11 vehicles headed from Dantewada to Jagdalpur," said Deputy Inspector General of Police, (DIG) Vivekananda Sinha at a press conference in the State capital, Raipur. DIG Sinha said that the blast occurred about 20 kilometres from the Dantewada District headquarters along a well-travelled section of NH 16. The Police believe that the IED was detonated by cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist).
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October - 7 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has launched a manhunt to trace Kashmiri medical student Wasim Akram Malik's younger brother Junaid Akram, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant , for his direct involvement in the Delhi High Court blast on Septem
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has launched a manhunt to trace Kashmiri medical student Wasim Akram Malik's younger brother Junaid Akram, a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant , for his direct involvement in the Delhi High Court blast on September 7, according to The Times of India. The agency had arrested Wasim on October 7. The NIA has sensitized all the States, border forces and immigration authorities as intelligence inputs suggest that Junaid, who has been missing since November last year, is in India and may try to sneak out of the country following Wasim's arrest.
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October - 7 
The Telegraph reports that a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, Rajendra Yadav, was arrested from Chutia Police Station area of Rohtas District on October 7. Rohtas Superintendent of Police (SP) Manu Maharaj said Yadav was involved i
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The Telegraph reports that a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, Rajendra Yadav, was arrested from Chutia Police Station area of Rohtas District on October 7. Rohtas Superintendent of Police (SP) Manu Maharaj said Yadav was involved in collecting levy and supply of arms to the outfit.
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October - 7 
The Times of India reports that an ‘area commander’ of the People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was caught by Gumla District Police at his house in Salgi-Bhuriyatoli villa
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The Times of India reports that an ‘area commander’ of the People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a breakaway faction of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was caught by Gumla District Police at his house in Salgi-Bhuriyatoli village of the District on October 7. The arrested person was identified as Rakesh alias Champion, who was re-launching his activities in the Ghaghra area of the District, Gumla Superintendant of Police (SP), Jatin Narwal said. The self-styled PLFI ‘commander’ was involved in the killing of Mahesh Oraon when he denied paying an extortion demand in 2009. He was also involved in the killing of Marwari Oraon, Arbind Barla and Nizam Ansari in 2008, the SP said.
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October - 7 
Three of the six teams of the Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) which were sent to Jharkhand in July, will be returning to the State shortly, reports Indian Express. Soon after their return, they will be deployed in Jungle Mahal area.
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Three of the six teams of the Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) which were sent to Jharkhand in July, will be returning to the State shortly, reports Indian Express. Soon after their return, they will be deployed in Jungle Mahal area.
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October - 7 
Troops foiled an infiltration attempt by a group of Pathan militants affiliated to Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) at Mitti Dhara in Peer Badesar area of Keri sector in Rajouri District, reports Daily Excelsior. Amid intrusion bid by the militants, Pakistan Ar
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Troops foiled an infiltration attempt by a group of Pathan militants affiliated to Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) at Mitti Dhara in Peer Badesar area of Keri sector in Rajouri District, reports Daily Excelsior. Amid intrusion bid by the militants, Pakistan Army resorted to cease-fire violation to give cover to sneaking militants. The militants opened firing and triggered two powerful blasts at 11.40am after breaching the Line of Control (LoC) at Mitti. Troops on the LoC neutralized the infiltrators and made them to run back to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). Sources said Pakistan Army resorted to cease-fire violation with a view to give cover to the infiltrators from their forward posts. However, no casualty was reported.
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October - 7 
A Government officer was shot dead while his son sustained injuries on Kasi Road in Quetta on October 7, Daily Times reported. According to the Police, a Section Officer of Agriculture Mohammad Idress was sitting along with his son in his shop situat
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A Government officer was shot dead while his son sustained injuries on Kasi Road in Quetta on October 7, Daily Times reported. According to the Police, a Section Officer of Agriculture Mohammad Idress was sitting along with his son in his shop situated at Kasi Road when some unidentified armed assailants riding a motorcycle opened fire, killing Idress on the spot and injuring his son identified as Shakeel.
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October - 7 
Afghan President Hamid Karzai on October 7 said that Taliban “can’t move a finger” without Pakistan’s support, reports Daily Times. Definitely, the Taliban will not be able to move a finger without Pakistani support,” he said, without specifying if h
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Afghan President Hamid Karzai on October 7 said that Taliban “can’t move a finger” without Pakistan’s support, reports Daily Times. Definitely, the Taliban will not be able to move a finger without Pakistani support,” he said, without specifying if he meant the army, the civilian Government, the feared Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) Agency, or another part of the state. Karzai also accused Pakistan of supporting the insurgency saying sanctuaries there still needed to be tackled. Karzai, however, insisted he doesn’t mean to reprimand Pakistan but is simply saying what both nations already know in the hope of finding a solution to the conflict. Admitting that his Government and NATO had failed to provide Afghans with security 10 years after Taliban were overthrown, he said, “The Afghan Government and international allies have failed to provide security for the Afghan people.” He also admitted that the policy of talking to the Taliban had received a serious blow with the assassination of ex-President Burhanuddin Rabbani. “But he said he would return to talks, if he could meet people who clearly identified themselves as Taliban delegates. We have not said that we will not talk to them. We have said we don’t know who to talk to, we don’t have an address. The moment we get an address for the Taliban, (is) the moment we will talk to them,” Karzai added.
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October - 7 
Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC)-II on October 7 confirmed interim bail of Muhammad Ibrahim, an accused allegedly involved in an attack on the Sri Lankan cricket team on March 3, 2009 at Liberty Chowk in Lahore, reports Daily Times. All the attackers mana
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Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC)-II on October 7 confirmed interim bail of Muhammad Ibrahim, an accused allegedly involved in an attack on the Sri Lankan cricket team on March 3, 2009 at Liberty Chowk in Lahore, reports Daily Times. All the attackers managed to escape. Malik Muhammad Ishaq of Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ), Ashfaq, Mohsin, Javed Anwar, Obaidur Rehman and Ibadullah, who had been arrested in connection with the case, have been released on bail. ATC Judge Tahir Pervaiz passed the order on an application by the accused, Muhammad Ibrahim, who was granted interim bail earlier in the case.
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October - 7 
Crime Branch Police claimed to have arrested a target killer, identified as Naveedur Rehman alias Salar, from Orangi Town and recovered a TT pistol from his possession. The accused confessed to his involvement in 13 cases of target killings. Naveed s
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Crime Branch Police claimed to have arrested a target killer, identified as Naveedur Rehman alias Salar, from Orangi Town and recovered a TT pistol from his possession. The accused confessed to his involvement in 13 cases of target killings. Naveed said he belonged to a political party. He said q few years ago, some unidentified men opened fire on him in which he received bullet injuries. After his recovery, he joined a political party to take revenge.
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October - 7 
Inspector General (IG) of Balochistan Frontier Corps (FC) Major General Obaidullah Khattak on October 7 alleged that India was using Afghan territory to carry out terrorist attacks in Balochistan, reported Express Tribune. Khattak alleged there was e
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Inspector General (IG) of Balochistan Frontier Corps (FC) Major General Obaidullah Khattak on October 7 alleged that India was using Afghan territory to carry out terrorist attacks in Balochistan, reported Express Tribune. Khattak alleged there was evidence that Afghanistan was being used against Pakistan. He urged NATO and International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) to control militants using Afghan soil for launching terror attacks in Balochistan.
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October - 7 
One web editor of The London Post, identified as, Faisal Qureshi, was found dead at his family house in Johar town in Lahore District on October 7, reports Daily Times. His brother said, “Qureshi had received threats in the past for the stories he wr
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One web editor of The London Post, identified as, Faisal Qureshi, was found dead at his family house in Johar town in Lahore District on October 7, reports Daily Times. His brother said, “Qureshi had received threats in the past for the stories he wrote for his paper.” “It is a target killing and the fact that his laptop and mobile phone are missing gives weight to this suspicion that his killing is directly linked to his work,” said Media Commission Pakistan (MCP) President IA Rehman, adding, “Pakistan has been at the top in the index of press freedom violations and killings of journalists and even this year Faisal will be 11th journalist killed in the line of duty. No culprit has ever been arrested and the reports of inquiries are never made public in any killing, which is disappointing.”
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October - 7 
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President and former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on October 7 said that the Government should ban all such political parties who have militant wings and send references against them to the Supreme Court (SC), Dail
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Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President and former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on October 7 said that the Government should ban all such political parties who have militant wings and send references against them to the Supreme Court (SC), Daily Times reported. Nawaz said that the SC verdict had proved that militant wings were operating in some political parties and Parliament should ban such parties from taking part in politics. Keeping militant wings by the political parties was not in the national interest, he added.
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October - 7 
Police found an unidentified dead body of a young man packed in a gunny bag in Lea Market area within the limits of Nippier Police Station in Karachi on October 7, reports Daily Times.
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Police found an unidentified dead body of a young man packed in a gunny bag in Lea Market area within the limits of Nippier Police Station in Karachi on October 7, reports Daily Times.
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October - 7 
The Inspector General (IG) of Balochistan Frontier Corps (FC), Major General Obaidullah Khattak, stressed the need for clearing the provincial capital of illicit weapons and registering Afghan refugees and unregistered vehicles. He said the FC could
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The Inspector General (IG) of Balochistan Frontier Corps (FC), Major General Obaidullah Khattak, stressed the need for clearing the provincial capital of illicit weapons and registering Afghan refugees and unregistered vehicles. He said the FC could launch a campaign against illegal weapons if ordered to do so. He said efforts to secure peace in Balochistan would suffer a setback if the FC was withdrawn. The Government, Khan said, would have to take effective measures to clear the city of illegal weapons and register Afghan refugees and vehicles on which no customs duty had been paid for the sake of peace. “Anti-peace elements are involved in creating a law and order situation in Balochistan to damage the interests of the country,” he said, adding that it was the FC which could maintain peace in the province.
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October - 7 
Thousands of people protested across the country on October 7 against the death sentence handed out to Malik Mumtaz Qadri for the January 4, 2011 murder of former Punjab Governor Slaman Taseer, reports Express Tribune. The rallies were organised by s
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Thousands of people protested across the country on October 7 against the death sentence handed out to Malik Mumtaz Qadri for the January 4, 2011 murder of former Punjab Governor Slaman Taseer, reports Express Tribune. The rallies were organised by several groups, including Jama’at-e-Islami (JeI), Jama’at-e-Ahle Sunnat and Jama’at-e-Ahl-e-Hadith. Those present demanded the immediate release of Qadri pleading with President Asif Ali Zardari to pardon Qadri, who they said was not an assassin but a “soldier of Islam, defending the ideology of Pakistan.” In Lahore, on the call of the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC), a partial strike was observed in the city. More than 2,000 protesters chanted slogans in favour of Qadri and against the Punjab Government and the judge who sentenced him. Bahawalpur District also saw different religious organisations and political parties, including Sunni Tehreek (ST) and JeI, protest against the sentence. Lahore High Court Chief Justice Ijaz Ahmad Chaudhry has issued a transfer order for District and Sessions Judge Pervez Ali Shah, who was already on leave, after he sentenced Mumtaz Qadri to death.
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October - 7 
United States (US) and Pakistan are working jointly to defeat the menace of terrorism, State Department spokesman Victoria Nuland said on October 7, reports The News. During a daily press briefing, Nuland said that US and Pakistan would continue to w
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United States (US) and Pakistan are working jointly to defeat the menace of terrorism, State Department spokesman Victoria Nuland said on October 7, reports The News. During a daily press briefing, Nuland said that US and Pakistan would continue to work together to counter terrorism as it is in the interest of both the countries.
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October - 7 
US and Pakistan officials said that ISI has stepped up co-operation with the CIA to hunt al Qaeda, despite string of public criticism by the US officials, reports Dawn. Director of National Intelligence Jim Clapper said ISI has been cooperative and h
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US and Pakistan officials said that ISI has stepped up co-operation with the CIA to hunt al Qaeda, despite string of public criticism by the US officials, reports Dawn. Director of National Intelligence Jim Clapper said ISI has been cooperative and helpful. Pakistan has recently arrested several al Qaeda suspects at the CIA’s request, and allowed the CIA to question terrorist detainees again.
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October - 7 
Raghuji Pant, a politburo member the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) on October 7 accused the Madheshi political parties of pampering and promoting armed outfits operating in Terai, reports Nepal News. “Madheshi parties re
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Raghuji Pant, a politburo member the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) on October 7 accused the Madheshi political parties of pampering and promoting armed outfits operating in Terai, reports Nepal News. “Madheshi parties receive tens of millions of rupees from the money the armed outfits groups make by means of extortion for supporting them. Various reports of the Home Ministry prepared during the tenure of the then Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal had proved this,” said Raghuji Pant. Speaking at the Reporter's Club, he claimed that "most of the Terai-based political parties maintain links with the armed groups". “They [Madhesi parties] were so quick to oppose the special security plan as they were trying to promote the armed groups,” Pantfurther added.
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October - 7 
Two socket bombs found abandoned at Jaitpur in Hanku Village Development Committee-2 (VDC-2) in Jumla District were diffused by Nepal Army on October 7, reports inseconline.org.
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Two socket bombs found abandoned at Jaitpur in Hanku Village Development Committee-2 (VDC-2) in Jumla District were diffused by Nepal Army on October 7, reports inseconline.org.
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October - 7 
A Bangladeshi court is set to frame charges against 52 suspects, including chief of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), Paresh Barua, and top Islamist leader Matiur Rahman Nizami in the country’s biggest ever arms smuggling case when 10-truck lo
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A Bangladeshi court is set to frame charges against 52 suspects, including chief of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), Paresh Barua, and top Islamist leader Matiur Rahman Nizami in the country’s biggest ever arms smuggling case when 10-truck loads of arms destined for ULFA were seized on April 1, 2004, PTI reported. According to reports, the court has set the date on October 25 for framing the charges. The CID has sought INTERPOL assistance to arrest Paresh Barua who is among the 41 absconders in this case.
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October - 8 
A Police Constable was killed in an encounter with suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) near Belthangady in Dakshina Kannada District of Karnataka on October 8, The Hindu reported. Inspector General of Police Alok Moha
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A Police Constable was killed in an encounter with suspected cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) near Belthangady in Dakshina Kannada District of Karnataka on October 8, The Hindu reported. Inspector General of Police Alok Mohan (Western Range) said the incident occurred around midnight near a village called Manja, about 17 km from Belthangady.
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October - 8 
The Sadar Hills District hood Demand Committee (SHDDC) on October 8 warned the State Government to make preparations to take responsibility for all unfolding incidents if it delays the inauguration of Sadar Hills as a full-fledged District any furthe
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The Sadar Hills District hood Demand Committee (SHDDC) on October 8 warned the State Government to make preparations to take responsibility for all unfolding incidents if it delays the inauguration of Sadar Hills as a full-fledged District any further.
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October - 8 
The Sentinel reports that Rita Bin, a woman, sustained injury when the United Democratic Liberation Army (UDLA) militants fired at least 35 rounds while looting the houses of two persons, Shyama Koiri and Prabhat Koiri, at Kekragul village in Karimga
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The Sentinel reports that Rita Bin, a woman, sustained injury when the United Democratic Liberation Army (UDLA) militants fired at least 35 rounds while looting the houses of two persons, Shyama Koiri and Prabhat Koiri, at Kekragul village in Karimganj District on October 8.
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October - 8 
A NATO tanker carrying fuel for NATO forces in Afghanistan was blown up near Landi Kotal town in Khyber Agency on October 8, reported Dawn.
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A NATO tanker carrying fuel for NATO forces in Afghanistan was blown up near Landi Kotal town in Khyber Agency on October 8, reported Dawn.
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October - 8 
Daily Times reports that Police, on October 8, arrested two alleged militants of Tehreek-e- Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Islamabad. A third militant, however, managed to flee the spot. Police also recovered huge cache of deadly weapons from them.
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Daily Times reports that Police, on October 8, arrested two alleged militants of Tehreek-e- Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Islamabad. A third militant, however, managed to flee the spot. Police also recovered huge cache of deadly weapons from them.
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October - 8 
In a separate incident on October 8, Police claimed to have rescued a three-year-old boy, identified as Usman, who was abducted from Alif Khan Kallay area on October 3, 2011 and arrested the alleged abductors, Dawn reported. The child was rescued fro
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In a separate incident on October 8, Police claimed to have rescued a three-year-old boy, identified as Usman, who was abducted from Alif Khan Kallay area on October 3, 2011 and arrested the alleged abductors, Dawn reported. The child was rescued from the house of Haji Akbar in Katlang area of Mardan District, while two other abductors Baz and Zakir were arrested during the raid.
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October - 8 
Security Forces (SFs) during a search operation on October 8 killed four militants in Charbagh, Mangaltan areas of Swat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Daily Times reported. According to sources, SFs conducted a snap search operation in the
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Security Forces (SFs) during a search operation on October 8 killed four militants in Charbagh, Mangaltan areas of Swat District in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Daily Times reported. According to sources, SFs conducted a snap search operation in the sensitive Mangaltan and Charbagh areas and killed three terrorists and injured another in retaliation fire. Later, the injured also succumbed to injuries. The sources added that an Army officer also sustained minor injuries during the firing.
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October - 8 
Two leaders of the Awami National Party (ANP), identified as Jamal Khan and Khan Zaman, were killed outside the party office, while another activist was injured in Sachal area of Karachi on October 8, reports Dawn. A spokesman for the ANP said they w
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Two leaders of the Awami National Party (ANP), identified as Jamal Khan and Khan Zaman, were killed outside the party office, while another activist was injured in Sachal area of Karachi on October 8, reports Dawn. A spokesman for the ANP said they were ‘targeted’ only because of their association with the party. The deceased were identified as.
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October - 8 
United States (US) officials support Afghan President Hamid Karzai’s call for engaging the Taliban through Pakistan, reported Dawn on October 9 amid speculations that Washington and Islamabad are once again warming up to each other after unprecedente
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United States (US) officials support Afghan President Hamid Karzai’s call for engaging the Taliban through Pakistan, reported Dawn on October 9 amid speculations that Washington and Islamabad are once again warming up to each other after unprecedented tensions. Diplomatic sources in Washington told Dawn that as the first concrete step towards engaging Pakistan, the US was encouraging Afghanistan to convene a meeting of a Joint Peace Commission, established in June. If held, the meeting would enable Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani and the heads of the Pakistani Army an Intelligence services to meet their Afghan counterparts and discuss all major issues.
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October - 8 
The Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) recommended party leader Bhim Rawal as a member of the Army Integration Special Committee (AISC) on October 8, reports Nepal News. Rawal is a politburo member of the UML and a former Hom
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The Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) recommended party leader Bhim Rawal as a member of the Army Integration Special Committee (AISC) on October 8, reports Nepal News. Rawal is a politburo member of the UML and a former Home Minister.
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October - 9 
"We are engaged in full-scale operations against Maoists [Communist Party of India-Maoist] in Jangalmahal," said a senior Police officer at Writers' Building, the state secretariat, on condition of anonymity, reports Hindustan Times. "Operations are
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"We are engaged in full-scale operations against Maoists [Communist Party of India-Maoist] in Jangalmahal," said a senior Police officer at Writers' Building, the state secretariat, on condition of anonymity, reports Hindustan Times. "Operations are being scaled up to track down top Maoist leaders who are frequenting the Lalgarh-Jhargram belt," the officer added. Operations were conducted in Lalgarh recently to arrest the elusive Maoist leader Koteswar Rao alias Kishenji. Security Forces also combed the nearby forests. Bhagwat Hansda, central committee member of the Maoist-backed People's Committee against Police Atrocities (PCPA), was arrested in Binpur on October 8. Two Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) battalions were scheduled to be withdrawn this month. But it was stalled following a request by the State.
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October - 9 
A hand grenade was found at the Kwakeithel Moirangpurel residence of Orthopaedics Head of Department (HOD) of Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Wangjam Kunjabashi in Imphal West District on October 9, reports Sangai Express.
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A hand grenade was found at the Kwakeithel Moirangpurel residence of Orthopaedics Head of Department (HOD) of Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Wangjam Kunjabashi in Imphal West District on October 9, reports Sangai Express.
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October - 9 
A HM militant, identified as Azad Hussain (code name Waseem), was eliminated in Marmat area of Doda District on October 9. Sources said the militant lobbed two grenades towards Army and police after observing their movement to prevent them from advan
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A HM militant, identified as Azad Hussain (code name Waseem), was eliminated in Marmat area of Doda District on October 9. Sources said the militant lobbed two grenades towards Army and police after observing their movement to prevent them from advancing towards his hideout. SFs had a narrow escape in the grenade blasts. Police claimed that with the killing of Hussain, a Pakistan trained militant surviving since 1998, Doda District has been free of militancy now. "With the killing of Waseem, Doda District is free of militancy. However, some of the militants from Doda were camping in Pakistan and PoK or other parts of the State’’, Police official said. Recoveries made from the site of encounter included one 7.62 mm Chinese pistol, two pistol magazines, 11 rounds and one FM radio set.
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October - 9 
A team of National Investigation Agency (NIA) officials arrived in Bangladesh to probe into the Delhi High Court blast case (September 7, 2011), Indian Express reported. The team, headed by an SP, left for Dhaka recently and quizzed some of the Kashm
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A team of National Investigation Agency (NIA) officials arrived in Bangladesh to probe into the Delhi High Court blast case (September 7, 2011), Indian Express reported. The team, headed by an SP, left for Dhaka recently and quizzed some of the Kashmiri students studying in Jalalabad Ragib Rabeya Medical College and Hospital at Sylhet, near Dhaka, claimed officials. The NIA team has so far questioned two students including a girl, both hailing from Kishtwar District in Jammu and Kashmir about the conduct of Wasim Akram, who is at present in NIA custody. Both students have been let off after the NIA team, which was provided assistance by the Bangladesh authorities, found nothing to back their investigation, the sources said.
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October - 9 
At least two to three Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HuJI) militants of Bangladesh were reported to have visited Kishtwar, Jammu and New Delhi prior to September 7 blast outside Delhi High Court along with Wasim Akram Malik alias ‘Doctor Sahib’, who was arr
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At least two to three Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HuJI) militants of Bangladesh were reported to have visited Kishtwar, Jammu and New Delhi prior to September 7 blast outside Delhi High Court along with Wasim Akram Malik alias ‘Doctor Sahib’, who was arrested in New Delhi on October 7 by the National Investigating Agency (NIA). A NIA team camping in Kishtwar is understood to have shared names of three militants with local police, who were wanted in connection with the Delhi blast from Kishtwar. They included Junaid Akram Malik, younger brother of Wasim and a ‘commander’ of HM, Aamir Kamaal alias Akram and Jehangir Saroori.
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October - 9 
Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Chief Hagrama Mohilary on October 9 resigned from the post of ‘chairman’ of Bodo National Conference (BNC), reports The Assam Tribune.
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Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) Chief Hagrama Mohilary on October 9 resigned from the post of ‘chairman’ of Bodo National Conference (BNC), reports The Assam Tribune.
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October - 9 
Kanglaonline reports that a top militant belonging to United National Liberation Front (UNLF) surrendered before the Border Security Force (BSF) in Imphal. The name of the surrendered militant was withheld for security reasons, but in his interaction
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Kanglaonline reports that a top militant belonging to United National Liberation Front (UNLF) surrendered before the Border Security Force (BSF) in Imphal. The name of the surrendered militant was withheld for security reasons, but in his interaction with media, he said he was not satisfied living with the group and decided join mainstream society. “I was not satisfied living there, and I wanted to quit, so I quit it. I did not like what was happening there, so I came out. (After the arrest of Meghen) many have diffracted and I am also one of them. His break up took place near the border area of Myanmar and Manipur,” the militant said. Acute poverty and family tension drove the militant to join the UNLF in January 2004.
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October - 9 
Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) recovered a huge amount of assorted explosive devices on October 9 from arrested three persons along National Highway-150 at Awang Kasom check post in Ukhrul District. The recovered items included 2700
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Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) recovered a huge amount of assorted explosive devices on October 9 from arrested three persons along National Highway-150 at Awang Kasom check post in Ukhrul District. The recovered items included 2700 detonators of hand grenade, 16 fuse and 390 gelatin sticks. The arrested persons have been identified as one Princy Laingam (42) and her husband Raingam Laingam and Makhani (32). They along with the recovered items have been handed over to Ukhrul Police station.
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October - 9 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered an improvised explosive device (IED) weighing 1.5 Kilogram and implements for making guns near the house of one Pulen Rabha at Dhekiabari under Krishnai Police Station in Goalpara District on October 7, reports Zee New
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered an improvised explosive device (IED) weighing 1.5 Kilogram and implements for making guns near the house of one Pulen Rabha at Dhekiabari under Krishnai Police Station in Goalpara District on October 7, reports Zee News.
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October - 9 
SFs arrested a militant belonging to Rabha Viper Army (RVA), identified as Kapil Das, at Makri on National Highway (NH) - 37 in Goalpara District.
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SFs arrested a militant belonging to Rabha Viper Army (RVA), identified as Kapil Das, at Makri on National Highway (NH) - 37 in Goalpara District.
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October - 9 
SFs arrested one Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) Militant, identified as Hasim Ali (40), from Charanjhari village under Lakhipur Police Station of Goalpara District. Two crude bombs were seized from Ali.
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SFs arrested one Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) Militant, identified as Hasim Ali (40), from Charanjhari village under Lakhipur Police Station of Goalpara District. Two crude bombs were seized from Ali.
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October - 9 
SFs arrested one RVA militant identified as Tapan Rabha, (26), from Bormohora area of Goalpara District, reports The Sentinel. A 9mm pistol, one magazine and two rounds of ammunition were recovered from him.
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SFs arrested one RVA militant identified as Tapan Rabha, (26), from Bormohora area of Goalpara District, reports The Sentinel. A 9mm pistol, one magazine and two rounds of ammunition were recovered from him.
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October - 9 
SFs arrested two injured men, suspected to be cadres of either the Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) or the United Kukigram Defence Army (UKDA), identified as Lalboy Kuki (19) and Hao Kuki (25), at Haibong under Dillai Police Station in Karbi Anglong Dis
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SFs arrested two injured men, suspected to be cadres of either the Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) or the United Kukigram Defence Army (UKDA), identified as Lalboy Kuki (19) and Hao Kuki (25), at Haibong under Dillai Police Station in Karbi Anglong District on October 9, reports The Telegraph. According to the Police, the two militants could be the victims of an internal clash among the outfits. Superintendent of Police (SP), Anurag Agarwal said, “We suspect they belong to either faction of the Kuki militant outfit,”
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October - 9 
SFs have arrested a top All Adivasi National Liberation Army (AANLA) militant identified as Gango Barla, in Udalguri District. SFs recovered a .9 mm pistol with a magazine loaded with ammunition.
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SFs have arrested a top All Adivasi National Liberation Army (AANLA) militant identified as Gango Barla, in Udalguri District. SFs recovered a .9 mm pistol with a magazine loaded with ammunition.
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October - 9 
Suspected Naxal (Left-Wing Extremist), identified as Pradip Gogoi (30), died under mysterious circumstances at the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border near Sadiya in Tinsukia District on an unspecified date, reports The Assam Tribune. Tinsukia Police main
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Suspected Naxal (Left-Wing Extremist), identified as Pradip Gogoi (30), died under mysterious circumstances at the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border near Sadiya in Tinsukia District on an unspecified date, reports The Assam Tribune. Tinsukia Police maintained that Gogoi died due to internal conflict among his group. However, there are allegations that Gogoi, a part of the three-member Naxal team, was killed in the aftermath of the carbine-snatching incident at Sadiya on October 4 when Police opened fire at the team.
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October - 9 
Telegraph reports that Security Forces (SFs) comprising Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and elite anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] Special Operation Group (SOG) personnel neutralised a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp near Gaigot
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Telegraph reports that Security Forces (SFs) comprising Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and elite anti-Naxal [Left Wing Extremism] Special Operation Group (SOG) personnel neutralised a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp near Gaigot-Kuleijharan hills, under Kisinda Police limits, in Sambalpur District on October 9, following a fierce gun battle with the Maoists. There were no casualties in the encounter but SFs recovered three tiffin bombs, some other explosives, food, uniforms and medicines from the camp. Police said the exchange of fire that began early in the morning continued for half an hour. “We have had information about Maoist activity in the area for the past one-and-a-half months. The rebels are trying hard to revive their base in Sambalpur and Deogarh districts under the leadership of Guirish Mahto and Kunu Dehuri,” said Sambalpur Superintendent of Police Nikhil Kanodia.
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October - 9 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres organised a meeting on October 9 at Korukonda in the Visakha Agency, where they wanted people to support and participate in the ‘Bharat bandh’ (All India general Shutdown) they called on Octobe
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres organised a meeting on October 9 at Korukonda in the Visakha Agency, where they wanted people to support and participate in the ‘Bharat bandh’ (All India general Shutdown) they called on October 11, reports The Hindu. Maoists gave the bandh (general shut down) call to protest against the arrest of one of its top leaders and member of the Andhra-Orissa border special zonal committee, Damodar alias Azad 15 days ago by the Andhra Pradesh Police on the Andhra-Orissa border. Narendra, leader of the Korukonda area committee of the CPI-Maoist, said during the meeting that there was a possibility of Damodar being killed in custody and demanded that the Police produce Damodar in court.
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October - 9 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze a machine engaged in construction of a bridge on October 9, reports The Telegraph. The incident took place at Domuhan Bridge under Risiyap Police Station of Aurangabad District. Acco
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres set ablaze a machine engaged in construction of a bridge on October 9, reports The Telegraph. The incident took place at Domuhan Bridge under Risiyap Police Station of Aurangabad District. According to sources, around 50 Maoists attacked the private construction company site and beat up the labourers who were on duty.
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October - 9 
The communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) can be defeated ideologically if programmes meant for rural development are successfully implemented, Union Minister Jairam Ramesh said on October 9 in Ranchi, reports The Hindu. “The police and the CR
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The communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) can be defeated ideologically if programmes meant for rural development are successfully implemented, Union Minister Jairam Ramesh said on October 9 in Ranchi, reports The Hindu. “The police and the CRPF [Central Reserve Police Force] have their special places [in dealing with Naxalism]. But I believe the ideological battle can be won through rural development, which has got a special importance,” the Rural Development minister told reporters. “If the rural works are taken up properly, we will be successful in dealing with naxalism in the next five or six years,” Ramesh said. Commenting on Jharkhand, he said “But the fact is tardy pace of road works in Jharkhand is attributed to threats to contractors for levy (extortion). Lohardaga, Simdega, Latehar and Gumla are some of the districts where work under Prime Minister’s Rural Road Scheme is a cause for concern,” he said.
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October - 9 
The Police arrested two supporters of Maoists identified as Nirakant Pradhan of Kerubadi village and Varsu Mallick of Gahedu village in Daringibadi area in Kandhamal District on October 9, on charges of supplying rice, ration and other material to th
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The Police arrested two supporters of Maoists identified as Nirakant Pradhan of Kerubadi village and Varsu Mallick of Gahedu village in Daringibadi area in Kandhamal District on October 9, on charges of supplying rice, ration and other material to the Maoist outfit. The duo was also allegedly helping the Maoists to paste Maoist posters in various places.
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October - 9 
The Security Forces (SFs) on October 9 killed two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants in the forests of Kangan in Ganderbal District, reports Daily Excelsior. Identify of the two militants whose aliases were Obaid and Tahla could not be ascertained. Th
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The Security Forces (SFs) on October 9 killed two Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militants in the forests of Kangan in Ganderbal District, reports Daily Excelsior. Identify of the two militants whose aliases were Obaid and Tahla could not be ascertained. The Superintendent of Police (Ganderbal) Shahid Mehraj said that SFs after receiving information about the presence of militants in the area launched an operation. After the family members were rescued from the house in which the militants had taken shelter, the operation against the two hold up militants was launched. The house caught fire during which the bodies of both the militants were charred. SF recovered two bodies, an AK 47 rifle, six magazines and one pistol from the debris of the house. Earlier, the SFs had heard a radio communication between two holed up militants and their handlers across the Line of Control (LoC) in Pashto, a language spoken in Afghanistan and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) of Pakistan. SFs are ascertaining the nationality of the two deceased militants but sources said they might be from the group of Taliban who surrendered in Swat Valley two years ago after Pakistani army launched a major offensive against them.
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October - 9 
The Telegraph reports that Panchu Khera, the ‘sub-zonal commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was arrested from an abandoned brick-kiln located inside the Pipratilha forest under Belhar Police Station on October 9 in Banka D
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The Telegraph reports that Panchu Khera, the ‘sub-zonal commander’ of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), was arrested from an abandoned brick-kiln located inside the Pipratilha forest under Belhar Police Station on October 9 in Banka District. According to Vikas Burman, the Banka Superintendent of Police (SP), the arrested Maoist has disclosed vital information during Police interrogation. “He added that the Police have recovered one revolver, three live cartridges, a detonator and hand-bills from Khera.
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October - 9 
A landmine placed near the tubewell of a tribal elder, Nawab Khan, exploded when a vehicle ran over it in Kohlu District, reports Dawn. The vehicle was destroyed in the explosion, killing Jumma Khan. Four children travelling in the vehicle were injur
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A landmine placed near the tubewell of a tribal elder, Nawab Khan, exploded when a vehicle ran over it in Kohlu District, reports Dawn. The vehicle was destroyed in the explosion, killing Jumma Khan. Four children travelling in the vehicle were injured.
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October - 9 
A leader of the Karachi Goods Carrier Association (KGCA), identified as Ghulam Ali, was shot dead in an act of target killing near Gulbai Chowrangi in SITE area of Karachi on October 9, reports Daily Times.
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A leader of the Karachi Goods Carrier Association (KGCA), identified as Ghulam Ali, was shot dead in an act of target killing near Gulbai Chowrangi in SITE area of Karachi on October 9, reports Daily Times.
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October - 9 
A Policeman, identified as Afsar Khan, was killed when unidentified militants fired three rockets at the residence of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) Sajjad Khan in Bannu District, reports Daily Times.
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A Policeman, identified as Afsar Khan, was killed when unidentified militants fired three rockets at the residence of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) Sajjad Khan in Bannu District, reports Daily Times.
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October - 9 
A woman and a child were injured when militants fired rockets at residential area of Ara Khel in the Frontier Region of Kohat. Official sources said the militants fired five rockets at the Ara Khel village from the mountain of Darra Adamkhel town. On
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A woman and a child were injured when militants fired rockets at residential area of Ara Khel in the Frontier Region of Kohat. Official sources said the militants fired five rockets at the Ara Khel village from the mountain of Darra Adamkhel town. One of it exploded at a house and injured a woman and a child.
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October - 9 
After about three years, rival factions again signed a peace agreement here on October 9 to restore peace in Kurram Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) after the Government promised to provide security on the main highway in the regi
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After about three years, rival factions again signed a peace agreement here on October 9 to restore peace in Kurram Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) after the Government promised to provide security on the main highway in the region, reports Dawn. Under the accord which was first signed in Murree in October 2008, the Thall-Parachinar road would be made safe for travel for local people and Internally Displaced People (IDPs) would be rehabilitated in their areas. The Thall-Parachinar highway linking the Kurram Agency with the rest of the country has remained closed since 2007. Officials told reporters that elders of various tribes representing rival sects had again signed the Murree accord in the presence of members of a reconciliation jirga (tribal council) and political agent Syed Shahab Ali Shah. The Government has decided to set up checkpoints on the main highway from Chappari at the point of entry to Kurram Agency and Tari Mangal, a village adjacent to the Afghan border. After deployment of forces on the highway, the administration, in cooperation with the FATA Disaster Management Authority, will start the work of rehabilitation of IDPs in their respective areas. According to official reports, over 30,000 families were displaced after violence erupted in November 2007.
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October - 9 
Another security man, identified as Doctor Khan, was injured in a blast which took place in Dera Bugti District.
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Another security man, identified as Doctor Khan, was injured in a blast which took place in Dera Bugti District.
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October - 9 
Bodies of two unidentified young men stuffed in sacks were found in a village in Maidan area of Lower Dir, reports Dawn.
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Bodies of two unidentified young men stuffed in sacks were found in a village in Maidan area of Lower Dir, reports Dawn.
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October - 9 
Four bullet-riddled dead bodies of Baloch missing persons, including that of an activist of Baloch Watan Movement (BWM), were found in Bhagbana tehsil (revenue unit) of Khuzdar District, and Kulanch area of Pasni, on October 9, reported Daily Times.
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Four bullet-riddled dead bodies of Baloch missing persons, including that of an activist of Baloch Watan Movement (BWM), were found in Bhagbana tehsil (revenue unit) of Khuzdar District, and Kulanch area of Pasni, on October 9, reported Daily Times.
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October - 9 
Hundreds of militants from Afghanistan side entered the Barawal area of Upper Dir District and attacked the Kakar check post killing one soldier on October 9, reported Daily Times. Security Forces retaliated immediately and at least 15 militants were
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Hundreds of militants from Afghanistan side entered the Barawal area of Upper Dir District and attacked the Kakar check post killing one soldier on October 9, reported Daily Times. Security Forces retaliated immediately and at least 15 militants were killed in the ensuing battle.
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October - 9 
Jama’at-e-Islami (JeI) Secretary General Liaquat Baloch on October 9 said a humiliating defeat was awaiting the United States (US) in Afghanistan, reports Dawn. Addressing a meeting of the Shuhada-e-Islam Foundation, he said that the so called ‘war o
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Jama’at-e-Islami (JeI) Secretary General Liaquat Baloch on October 9 said a humiliating defeat was awaiting the United States (US) in Afghanistan, reports Dawn. Addressing a meeting of the Shuhada-e-Islam Foundation, he said that the so called ‘war on terror’ was a US plan to deceive the world. He said time had proved the US wanted to establish its supremacy in the region and was trying to destabilise Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iran and China through terrorism and subversive activities. Baloch said US strategic planners had misguided their people about the Afghan war, ruining the US economy in the name of ‘war on terror’ because of which the world economy was on the verge of collapse, adding that the US and NATO forces must pull out from Afghanistan and Iraq for the establishment of ‘true peace’. Baloch said that JeI’s ‘Go America Go’ campaign was gaining momentum. He said the Pakistani people would not accept US slavery at any cost therefore the rulers should respect the public sentiment and change their policies. He demanded the Government should implement the resolutions of the Parliament and the All-Party Conference (APC) on National Security.
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October - 9 
Rangers during search operation in various areas arrested three alleged target killers and handed over to Police, reports The News. Meanwhile, Police also carried out search operation in various areas of the metropolis arresting six suspects and reco
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Rangers during search operation in various areas arrested three alleged target killers and handed over to Police, reports The News. Meanwhile, Police also carried out search operation in various areas of the metropolis arresting six suspects and recovered weapons from their possession.
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October - 9 
Rangers, Police and Frontier Constabulary (FC) detained over 60 suspects involved in unrest in the city but released most of them after initial course of interrogation.
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Rangers, Police and Frontier Constabulary (FC) detained over 60 suspects involved in unrest in the city but released most of them after initial course of interrogation.
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October - 9 
Three persons, including two Security personnel, were abducted by unidentified militants from the Thall-Parachinar road in Kurram Agency on October 9, reported Daily Times. According to details, two personnel of the Tall Scouts Fore Wing, Rizwanullah
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Three persons, including two Security personnel, were abducted by unidentified militants from the Thall-Parachinar road in Kurram Agency on October 9, reported Daily Times. According to details, two personnel of the Tall Scouts Fore Wing, Rizwanullah and Syed Burhan, were on their way back to the Chapri check post in Kurram Agency when armed militants stopped their vehicle and abducted them along with the driver. No one has claimed responsibility for the abduction so far.
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October - 9 
Two bullet-riddled dead bodies were found near Alam Godar in Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 8, reports Dawn.
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Two bullet-riddled dead bodies were found near Alam Godar in Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 8, reports Dawn.
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October - 9 
Two men, identified as, Haji Akram Sajdi and Ali Zehri, have been missing for the past three days, reports Dawn. According to family sources, Haji Akram of Mashkey area of Awaran District had come to Quetta and was staying at a hotel along with Ali
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Two men, identified as, Haji Akram Sajdi and Ali Zehri, have been missing for the past three days, reports Dawn. According to family sources, Haji Akram of Mashkey area of Awaran District had come to Quetta and was staying at a hotel along with Ali Zehri when armed militants took them away October 5, 2011.
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October - 9 
Two security personnel, identified as Qasim Khan and Dildar Ali, were injured seriously when their tractor trolley ran over a landmine in the Barkhan Distict.
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Two security personnel, identified as Qasim Khan and Dildar Ali, were injured seriously when their tractor trolley ran over a landmine in the Barkhan Distict.
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October - 9 
Unidentified armed militants set ablaze two NATO oil tankers on the National Highway near Bala Nari area of Bolan District, reported Daily Times. According to the Police, two oil tankers from Karachi, carrying fuel for NATO forces in Afghanistan, wer
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Unidentified armed militants set ablaze two NATO oil tankers on the National Highway near Bala Nari area of Bolan District, reported Daily Times. According to the Police, two oil tankers from Karachi, carrying fuel for NATO forces in Afghanistan, were on their way when armed militants intercepted and set them ablaze. However, no loss of life was reported.
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October - 9 
Unidentified armed militants shot dead two men in different incidents in Quetta. In the first incident, a man identified as Najeebullah, was in his shop in Liaqat Bazaar in the morning when unidentified assailants opened fire, seriously injuring him.
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Unidentified armed militants shot dead two men in different incidents in Quetta. In the first incident, a man identified as Najeebullah, was in his shop in Liaqat Bazaar in the morning when unidentified assailants opened fire, seriously injuring him. The assailants managed to escape from the scene. Najeebullah succumbed to his injuries. In the second incident, unidentified armed militants shot dead an unidentified man at Saryab Road in Quetta.
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October - 9 
US Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan Marc Grossman underlined the need for Pakistan, Afghanistan and the US to work together against terrorism, reported Daily Times. Grossman said that the number of Pakistani civilians, who have bee
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US Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan Marc Grossman underlined the need for Pakistan, Afghanistan and the US to work together against terrorism, reported Daily Times. Grossman said that the number of Pakistani civilians, who have been killed in terrorist attacks, is just enormous as 19,000 of them have died since 2003. He said, “Extremism and terrorism is a threat to Pakistan, and it’s a threat to Afghanistan, and it’s a threat to the US. We ought to, all three of our countries, be able to work together to try to deal with this problem.”
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October - 9 
As the frequency of interaction between the Nepali Congress (NC) and the UCPN-M grows, CPN-UML, the third largest party in the Constituent Assembly, feels increasingly sidelined from key negotiations, several senior UML leaders said on condition of a
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As the frequency of interaction between the Nepali Congress (NC) and the UCPN-M grows, CPN-UML, the third largest party in the Constituent Assembly, feels increasingly sidelined from key negotiations, several senior UML leaders said on condition of anonymity.
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October - 9 
Kantipuronline reports that the rival factions within the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) led by Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda and Vice Chairman Mohan Baidya are functioning parallelly creating “parties within a party”, a
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Kantipuronline reports that the rival factions within the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) led by Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda and Vice Chairman Mohan Baidya are functioning parallelly creating “parties within a party”, according to Maoist leaders close to both the camps.
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October - 9 
A team of National Investigation Agency (NIA) officials arrived in Bangladesh to probe into the Delhi High Court blast case (September 7, 2011), Indian Express reported. The team, headed by an SP, left for Dhaka recently and quizzed some of the Kashm
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A team of National Investigation Agency (NIA) officials arrived in Bangladesh to probe into the Delhi High Court blast case (September 7, 2011), Indian Express reported. The team, headed by an SP, left for Dhaka recently and quizzed some of the Kashmiri students studying in Jalalabad Ragib Rabeya Medical College and Hospital at Sylhet, near Dhaka, claimed officials. The NIA team has so far questioned two students including a girl, both hailing from Kishtwar District in Jammu and Kashmir about the conduct of Wasim Akram, who is at present in NIA custody. Both students have been let off after the NIA team, which was provided assistance by the Bangladesh authorities, found nothing to back their investigation, the sources said.
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October - 9 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) arrested six alleged cadres, three of them women, of the militant outfit Hizb-ut Tawhid (HuT) with leaflets and books of the organisation from Rajshahi City early on October 9, Daily Times reported. The arrestees were ide
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) arrested six alleged cadres, three of them women, of the militant outfit Hizb-ut Tawhid (HuT) with leaflets and books of the organisation from Rajshahi City early on October 9, Daily Times reported. The arrestees were identified as Md Sujan, his sister Mina Begum, Altaf Hossain, and his two daughters -- Monika, and Shikha Parvin, and Md Sajal. On secret information that the Rajshahi District Ameer (chief) of HuT was holding a meeting at the house of Md Sujan in Baje Kajla area of the city, a team of RAB-5 led by company commander Squadron Leader Kamrul Islam raided the area around 4:30am BST and arrested the six, according to a press release. The team also seized 200 leaflets and 10 books of the organisation, two photographs of Imam Bayazid Khan Panni, founder of the outfit, and two diaries from their possessions.
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October - 10 
A doctor in Ukhrul District was shot at and injured by some suspected militants on October 10 at his official quarter inside Ukhrul District hospital campus, reports Nagaland Post. The doctor has been reportedly under threats from a militant group si
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A doctor in Ukhrul District was shot at and injured by some suspected militants on October 10 at his official quarter inside Ukhrul District hospital campus, reports Nagaland Post. The doctor has been reportedly under threats from a militant group since long time. But, so far none of the outfits owned responsibility for the shooting.
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October - 10 
Another militant group Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) too had been operating from inside the Park.
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Another militant group Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) too had been operating from inside the Park.
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October - 10 
DNA India reports that the Anti-Naxal Force (ANF) in the State is planning to set up 15 camps to keep a tab on the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) affected areas of the State. According to Additional Director-General of Police (Internal
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DNA India reports that the Anti-Naxal Force (ANF) in the State is planning to set up 15 camps to keep a tab on the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) affected areas of the State. According to Additional Director-General of Police (Internal Security), Bipin Gopalakrishna, the department has requested the Government to release INR five million for the purpose. The camp will provide the ANF quick access to the areas affected by such activities. Further, reacting to the killing of State ANF constable, Mahadev Mane in an encounter in Beltangadi, State Home Minister, R. Ashoka said outside elements were involved in the incident. “The Naxalites involved in the encounter in Beltangadi are suspected to be from Tamil Nadu. The combing operations in the area have been intensified and the Maoists responsible for the death of the constable will be arrested soon,” he said.
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October - 10 
Four United Peoples Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) militants surrendered along with four sophisticated weapons before the state Chief Minister (CM) Okram Ibobi Singh during a formal function at the Chief Minister’s secretariat on October 10. The militant
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Four United Peoples Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) militants surrendered along with four sophisticated weapons before the state Chief Minister (CM) Okram Ibobi Singh during a formal function at the Chief Minister’s secretariat on October 10. The militants also surrendered one A-1 weapon, three HK-33 weapons, three magazines and 73 live rounds of A-1 rifle and nine magazines and 190 live rounds of HK-33. The CM stated that to incorporate such surrendered militants into the mainstream, the State Government along with the Ministry of Home Affairs have started taking up various programmes for the former militants.
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October - 10 
Indigenous Peoples’ Forum (IPF) has called for a 12-hour Dima Hasao bandh (General Strike) on October 10 L in protest against the Central government’s preparation for inking a treaty with the Black Widow (BW) for the formation of an autonomous counci
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Indigenous Peoples’ Forum (IPF) has called for a 12-hour Dima Hasao bandh (General Strike) on October 10 L in protest against the Central government’s preparation for inking a treaty with the Black Widow (BW) for the formation of an autonomous council reports The Sentinel.
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October - 10 
Maoist posters were also put up in several parts of Jhargram town in West Midnapore, targeting the District's two Superintendents of Police – Manoj Kumar Verma and Praveen Tripathi.
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Maoist posters were also put up in several parts of Jhargram town in West Midnapore, targeting the District's two Superintendents of Police – Manoj Kumar Verma and Praveen Tripathi.
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October - 10 
Police on October 10 arrested two Bangladeshi nationals identified as Dulal Miah (20) and Riazudeding (21) from Subhash Park at Khowai in West Tripura District, reports The Sentinel. Police recovered BTK 14000 and two sharp knives from their possessi
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Police on October 10 arrested two Bangladeshi nationals identified as Dulal Miah (20) and Riazudeding (21) from Subhash Park at Khowai in West Tripura District, reports The Sentinel. Police recovered BTK 14000 and two sharp knives from their possession.
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October - 10 
Security forces (SFs) arrested a cadre of Lanheiba faction of KCP-Military Council (KCP-MC), identified as one Maitan Kaishangbam Jiban Meitei, 28 from Sabungkhok on October 10, reports Kanglaonline. One 9mm pistol along with two live ammunitions wa
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Security forces (SFs) arrested a cadre of Lanheiba faction of KCP-Military Council (KCP-MC), identified as one Maitan Kaishangbam Jiban Meitei, 28 from Sabungkhok on October 10, reports Kanglaonline. One 9mm pistol along with two live ammunitions was recovered from him.
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October - 10 
Security Forces (SFs) on October 10 arrested a militant belonging to Karbi Peoples Liberation Tiger (KPLT), identified as Jiten Kro Silonijan, in Bokajan Subdivision in Karbi Anglong District, reports Nagaland Post. A printed pad of KPLT was from the
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Security Forces (SFs) on October 10 arrested a militant belonging to Karbi Peoples Liberation Tiger (KPLT), identified as Jiten Kro Silonijan, in Bokajan Subdivision in Karbi Anglong District, reports Nagaland Post. A printed pad of KPLT was from the militant.
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October - 10 
SFs arrested two individuals, identified as Makanmi (32), a truck driver and Khamiwo Weyepeh (63) along with explosives from Maren Khullen and recovered 2700 detonators, 15 roll of safety fuses, and 372 sticks of explosives.
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SFs arrested two individuals, identified as Makanmi (32), a truck driver and Khamiwo Weyepeh (63) along with explosives from Maren Khullen and recovered 2700 detonators, 15 roll of safety fuses, and 372 sticks of explosives.
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October - 10 
Shillong Times reports that militants belonging to Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) have been able to set up bases inside some forest areas in Garo Hills posing threat to forest staff. A State forest department official informed that the GNLA mil
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Shillong Times reports that militants belonging to Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) have been able to set up bases inside some forest areas in Garo Hills posing threat to forest staff. A State forest department official informed that the GNLA militants were operating from deep inside Durama hill range making forest staff apprehensive given the fact that militants had abducted forest officials in the past. The official did not rule out the possibility of militants operating even from Balpakram National Park located in South Garo Hills District, as the location of the park which is close to Bangladesh border, is advantageous to the militants.
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October - 10 
Shillong Times reports that surrendered militants of different outfits has threatened to go for a 72-hour hunger strike from October 17 in Agartala Government Quarter Complex demanding Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) enquiry into alleged misapp
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Shillong Times reports that surrendered militants of different outfits has threatened to go for a 72-hour hunger strike from October 17 in Agartala Government Quarter Complex demanding Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) enquiry into alleged misappropriation of fund allotted for them. Tripura Returnees Association (TRA) president, Dhananjoy Bru alleged on October 10 that there was a gross financial irregularity in the implementation of Broad Package Scheme (BPS) awarded by the Central Government for pre-1988 returnees, which requires independent inquiry. He also alleged that money had been siphoned off in the midst of implementing BPS including one-time financial aid to returnees and a vocational training imparted to them for a certain period. Earlier, another group of returnees had staged a hunger strike in front of the Civil Secretariat on a two-point demand including clearance of one time financial aid to returnees under BPS and the vocational training.
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October - 10 
The anti talks faction of the United Liberation front of Asom (ULFA–ATF) on October 10 accused Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi of secretly giving away Assam's land to Bangladesh in the recent land swap agreement, re
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The anti talks faction of the United Liberation front of Asom (ULFA–ATF) on October 10 accused Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi of secretly giving away Assam's land to Bangladesh in the recent land swap agreement, reports DNA.
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October - 10 
The Hindu reports that a day before the Bharat Bandh (All India general shutdown) for which the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) had given a call demanding that the Police produce one of its leaders Damodar alias Azad in court, armed memb
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The Hindu reports that a day before the Bharat Bandh (All India general shutdown) for which the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) had given a call demanding that the Police produce one of its leaders Damodar alias Azad in court, armed members of the outfit felled trees on major roads in the Visakha Agency and partially damaged a Forest Department check-post on October 10. A large tree was felled on the Lambasingi ghat road and as it fell across the road, traffic on the Paderu-Chintapalli and Narsipatnam-Chintapalli ghat roads came to a halt till the obstruction was cleared late in the afternoon.
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October - 10 
The Supreme Court on October 10 stayed the execution of the death sentence awarded to Ajmal Kasab, the lone surviving Pakistani Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant, in the November 26, 2008 Mumbai terror attack case (Also known as 26/11), The Hindu repor
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The Supreme Court on October 10 stayed the execution of the death sentence awarded to Ajmal Kasab, the lone surviving Pakistani Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant, in the November 26, 2008 Mumbai terror attack case (Also known as 26/11), The Hindu reported. A Bench of Justices Aftab Alam and C.K. Prasad, after hearing senior counsel Gopal Subramaniam for Maharashtra and senior counsel Raju Ramachandran, amicus curiae appointed to assist Kasab, directed completion of pleading by November 30 and directed that the appeal be listed for final hearing on January 31, 2012. Kasab was sentenced to death by a special anti-terror court on May 6, 2010 and this was confirmed by the Bombay High Court on February 21, 2011.
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October - 10 
Train services to Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur and parts of Assam were disrupted as Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) suspended all train services passing through Dima Hasao District on October 10 following a 12-hour Dima Hasao bandh (shut down) call giv
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Train services to Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur and parts of Assam were disrupted as Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) suspended all train services passing through Dima Hasao District on October 10 following a 12-hour Dima Hasao bandh (shut down) call given by the Indigenous Peoples Forum (IPF) against the formation of proposed Dima Hasao Territorial Council (DHTC), reports The Sentinel.
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October - 10 
UDLA militants attacked the house of Rajesh Singh, a supplier to Gambhira Tea Estate (Karimganj). They snatched away some valuables. Sources said, earlier, the UDLA militants had attacked the house of Rajesh Singh on June 19 and demanded INR 300, 000
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UDLA militants attacked the house of Rajesh Singh, a supplier to Gambhira Tea Estate (Karimganj). They snatched away some valuables. Sources said, earlier, the UDLA militants had attacked the house of Rajesh Singh on June 19 and demanded INR 300, 0000 and since then militants were pressurising Singh to arrange money from the garden owner of Gambhira Tea Estate.
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October - 10 
A blast on the Torkham-Landikotal Bypass Road in Khyber Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) destroyed a vehicle and two military jeeps carrying oil for NATO forces in Afghanistan. A local militant group, Abullah Ezzam Brigade (AEB),
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A blast on the Torkham-Landikotal Bypass Road in Khyber Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) destroyed a vehicle and two military jeeps carrying oil for NATO forces in Afghanistan. A local militant group, Abullah Ezzam Brigade (AEB), claimed responsibility for the blast and said they would continue attacking vehicles with NATO supplies in the area.
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October - 10 
Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on October 10 remanded five alleged terrorists of Tehreek-e- Taliban Pakistan (TTP) to Police for seven days, Daily Times reported. The accused were arrested for possessing huge cache of arms with intent of terrorism in Isl
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Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on October 10 remanded five alleged terrorists of Tehreek-e- Taliban Pakistan (TTP) to Police for seven days, Daily Times reported. The accused were arrested for possessing huge cache of arms with intent of terrorism in Islamabad on October 8. The alleged terrorists are identified as, Mohsin Ali, Qari Arshad Kamran, Qari Imam Din, Qari Qayyum and Afzal.
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October - 10 
As many as 204 bullet-riddled and mutilated bodies of missing persons have so far been found in different parts of Balochistan during the last 14 months.
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As many as 204 bullet-riddled and mutilated bodies of missing persons have so far been found in different parts of Balochistan during the last 14 months.
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October - 10 
Former Lahore High Court (LHC) Chief Justice Khawaja Sharif will defend Malik Mumtaz Qadri, the murderer of Punjab Governor Salmaan Taseer, in court on October 11, reports Express Tribune. Qadri’s trial has remained a controversial one, with violent
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Former Lahore High Court (LHC) Chief Justice Khawaja Sharif will defend Malik Mumtaz Qadri, the murderer of Punjab Governor Salmaan Taseer, in court on October 11, reports Express Tribune. Qadri’s trial has remained a controversial one, with violent protests being taken out across Pakistan against the verdict. Additionally, the Anti-Terrorism Court Judge Pervaiz Ali Shah who passed the death sentence for Qadri was transferred to Lahore amid protest from religious groups.
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October - 10 
Muhajir Qaumi Movement-Haqiqi (MQM-H) chairman Afaq Ahmed was charged in a case of abduction and torture along with three of his party activists, including Raees Topi, Yameen alias Hakla and Ejaz Babu, at Landhi Police Station in Karachi, reports Dai
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Muhajir Qaumi Movement-Haqiqi (MQM-H) chairman Afaq Ahmed was charged in a case of abduction and torture along with three of his party activists, including Raees Topi, Yameen alias Hakla and Ejaz Babu, at Landhi Police Station in Karachi, reports Daily Times. An FIR under Pakistan Penal Code was registered by Khalid Hussain, an employee of the Karachi Water and Sewerage Board for abducting him and subjecting him to severe torture on the behest of MQM-H chairman on October 6, 2011. The abductors later dumped him in bushes in Ibrahim Hyderi area.
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October - 10 
Police claimed to have arrested a wanted terrorist, identified as Qari Inayat, from sector G-6/1 in Islamabad and recovered four hand grenades from his possession.
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Police claimed to have arrested a wanted terrorist, identified as Qari Inayat, from sector G-6/1 in Islamabad and recovered four hand grenades from his possession.
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October - 10 
Saeedabad Police seized at least five Russian hand grenades dumped in a drain in Dawood Goth, in Baldia Town. The Police called the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) who defused the grenades and handed them over to the Police. Officials suspect that the gren
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Saeedabad Police seized at least five Russian hand grenades dumped in a drain in Dawood Goth, in Baldia Town. The Police called the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) who defused the grenades and handed them over to the Police. Officials suspect that the grenades were dumped to avoid the ongoing raids of Law Enforcement Agencies.
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October - 10 
The Government imposed a ban on People’s Amn Committee (PAC) on October 10, a day after Sindh’s former Home Minister Zulfikar Mirza announced to revive its activities, reported Dawn. The committee has often been blamed for being linked to criminal ga
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The Government imposed a ban on People’s Amn Committee (PAC) on October 10, a day after Sindh’s former Home Minister Zulfikar Mirza announced to revive its activities, reported Dawn. The committee has often been blamed for being linked to criminal gangs operating in Karachi’s old areas, including Lyari. A senior official said the organisation was banned by the Federal Interior Ministry on the basis of a ‘recommendation’ of the Sindh Home Department. “The People’s Amn Committee has been banned under the Section 11-B of the Anti-Terrorism Act 1997,” a senior official said. “With this, all activities of the committee would be unlawful. Similarly the organisation would not be allowed to have any office or organisational structure in any part of the country. Anyone found to be defying the law would face action in line with the defined laws,” added the official. “The Sindh Government believes that the activities of the PAC remain a threat mainly to peace in Karachi,” said a senior Sindh Government official, who confirmed having received a copy of the notification issued by the interior ministry. He said Police and provincial authorities had ‘considerable amount of evidence’ that suggested the committee’s links with criminal elements.
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October - 10 
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on October 10 sent out a second feeler sounding its willingness to accept the Government's offer for talks with “militant groups” albeit with countries like Saudi Arabia playing the role of mediator, reports The H
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The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on October 10 sent out a second feeler sounding its willingness to accept the Government's offer for talks with “militant groups” albeit with countries like Saudi Arabia playing the role of mediator, reports The Hindu. TTP commander Maulvi Waliur Rehman Mehsud said, “Our shura [council] will decide whether and when can we enter into talks with the Government, with the military…but I think we will like to involve countries we trust… they are in the Arab world. Let's say Saudi Arabia.”
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October - 10 
Two more bullet-riddled dead bodies of Baloch Missing Persons, including that of a Baloch National Movement (BNM) official, were found from Arbab Complex area of Khuzdar District on October 10, reports Daily Times. The deceased were identified as BNM
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Two more bullet-riddled dead bodies of Baloch Missing Persons, including that of a Baloch National Movement (BNM) official, were found from Arbab Complex area of Khuzdar District on October 10, reports Daily Times. The deceased were identified as BNM’s Vice President of Mashkey, Rashid Ali, and Shafi Mohammad, a resident of Anjira area of Kalat District. According to details, Shahfi Mohammad was abducted Karachi in April, 2011 while Rashid Ali was abducted on August 17, 2011 while he was going to Karachi.
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October - 10 
Unidentified militants shot dead two former members of a peace committee of the Mehsud tribe, identified as Hayatullah and Zakirullah, in Chadrarh village of Tank District on October 10, Dawn reported. No group claimed responsibility for the killing
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Unidentified militants shot dead two former members of a peace committee of the Mehsud tribe, identified as Hayatullah and Zakirullah, in Chadrarh village of Tank District on October 10, Dawn reported. No group claimed responsibility for the killings.
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October - 11 
All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) has decided to observe three hours National Highway(NH-31, 36, 37 and 52) blockade on October 15, demanding early creation of separate state of Bodoland in the Northern bank of the River Brahmaputra in Assam.
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All Bodo Students Union (ABSU) has decided to observe three hours National Highway(NH-31, 36, 37 and 52) blockade on October 15, demanding early creation of separate state of Bodoland in the Northern bank of the River Brahmaputra in Assam.
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October - 11 
Daily Bhaskar reports that a Police team recovered a land-mine from Sakhaul village in Munger District while it was going for a raid following information about Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres.
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Daily Bhaskar reports that a Police team recovered a land-mine from Sakhaul village in Munger District while it was going for a raid following information about Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres.
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October - 11 
dismayed by the October 7 ambush on National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants by Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) at Subung village in Tamenglong District, United Naga Council (UNC) on October 11 has appealed to different N
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dismayed by the October 7 ambush on National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants by Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) at Subung village in Tamenglong District, United Naga Council (UNC) on October 11 has appealed to different Naga militant groups to refrain from fratricidal acts, reports Nagaland Post.
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October - 11 
Indian Express reports that one person was arrested in Kandhamal District for allegedly giving shelter to Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leaders in his house, the Police said on October 11. Gavaskar Nayak (27) of Rutangia village under
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Indian Express reports that one person was arrested in Kandhamal District for allegedly giving shelter to Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leaders in his house, the Police said on October 11. Gavaskar Nayak (27) of Rutangia village under G Udayagiri Police Station limit was closely associated with Maoist leader Dunna Keshav Rao alias Azad, the Police said. Police claimed Nayak, after being arrested, confessed to acting as a middleman and a courier to supply material to Maoists. “During our raid we also recovered some Maoist posters from his house,” said Kandhamal Superintendent of Police J.N. Pankaj. He added Police are investigating his involvement in crimes in Kandhamal and Ganjam Districts.
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October - 11 
Kanglaonline reports that the ‘commander-in-chief’ of Kangleipak Communist Party-Mobile Task Force (KCP-MTF), Chirom Tiken Meitei alias Sunil Meitei who escaped from the lockup of Porompat Police Station on October 3 was killed by Imphal West Police
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Kanglaonline reports that the ‘commander-in-chief’ of Kangleipak Communist Party-Mobile Task Force (KCP-MTF), Chirom Tiken Meitei alias Sunil Meitei who escaped from the lockup of Porompat Police Station on October 3 was killed by Imphal West Police commandos during an operation conducted at Yumnam Huidrom Awang Leikai in Imphal West District on October 11. One .9 mm pistol along with four live rounds was recovered from his possession. Addressing media persons, Manipur Director General of Police (DGP) Y. Joykumar stated that based on specific information, the Imphal west police commandos raided the house of Longjam Shyam (56), where the militant leader Sunil Meitei was taking shelter in an underground hideout inside the house. Longjam Shyam is a retired police constable and he is presently the ‘secretary in-charge’ for home of KCP-MTF, Sunil Meitei faction, the DGP added. One family member of Longjam Shyam disclosed that Sunil Meitei was staying at their house since the night of October 9. Sunil Meitei was arrested from Bangalore on June 29 and brought back to Imphal for questioning on July 21.
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October - 11 
Memon Iqbal Mohammed alias Iqbal Mirchi, a close aide of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim and an accused in the serial bomb attacks on Mumbai (March 12, 1993) was arrested by London Police on October 11 for a local offence in the UK, The Times of India
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Memon Iqbal Mohammed alias Iqbal Mirchi, a close aide of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim and an accused in the serial bomb attacks on Mumbai (March 12, 1993) was arrested by London Police on October 11 for a local offence in the UK, The Times of India reported. Mirchi is a senior figure in the 'D' (Dawood) company, the eponymous organized crime syndicate headed by Dawood Ibrahim which is accused of having terror links. He is also wanted by the Mumbai Police in connection with a number of narcotic drugs-related cases and also for his alleged role in the 1993 serial blasts. An Interpol Red Corner Notice (RCN) has been pending against him since 1994. According to reports, India will contact UK authorities through diplomatic channels and try for his extradition.
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Northeastern Frontier Railways (NFR) Mazdoor Union ‘organizing secretary’ Bhajan Dey on October 11 said that the Security Forces who were withdrawn from the Dima Hasao areas were not redeployed and that has led to rise in militants activities in the
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Northeastern Frontier Railways (NFR) Mazdoor Union ‘organizing secretary’ Bhajan Dey on October 11 said that the Security Forces who were withdrawn from the Dima Hasao areas were not redeployed and that has led to rise in militants activities in the area. He claimed that they are perpetrating terror among the railway employees and workers by demanding extortion money and giving them life threats.
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October - 11 
SFs arrested a cadre of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), identified as one Muhammad Abdul Rajaque alias Ningthou (32), from Andro Parking in Imphal East District.
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SFs arrested a cadre of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), identified as one Muhammad Abdul Rajaque alias Ningthou (32), from Andro Parking in Imphal East District.
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SFs arrested another cadre of Noyon faction of KCP-MC, identified as Kshetrimayum Callin Singh alias Boycha alias Boynau (20), from Khongnangkhong on October 11.
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SFs arrested another cadre of Noyon faction of KCP-MC, identified as Kshetrimayum Callin Singh alias Boycha alias Boynau (20), from Khongnangkhong on October 11.
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SFs arrested one United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkman, identified as Haren Gogoi (30), near the Maibela Bridge of Sonari area in Sivasagar District, reports The Sentinel. SFs recovered an amount of INR 173,000 from him.
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SFs arrested one United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) linkman, identified as Haren Gogoi (30), near the Maibela Bridge of Sonari area in Sivasagar District, reports The Sentinel. SFs recovered an amount of INR 173,000 from him.
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SFs on October 11 arrested two surrendered ULFA (SULFA) militants, identified as Pranab Saikia and Dipak Rajkhowa, from a medical shop at Dergaon in Golaghat District, when the duo had allegedly come to extort money from the shopowner in the name of
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SFs on October 11 arrested two surrendered ULFA (SULFA) militants, identified as Pranab Saikia and Dipak Rajkhowa, from a medical shop at Dergaon in Golaghat District, when the duo had allegedly come to extort money from the shopowner in the name of ULFA, reports The Telegraph. Later, SFs arrested another person identified as Biju Bora, for his involvement in the incident.
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The Hindu reports that a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an encounter near Chinari village forests in Narayanpur District on October 11. The encounter started when a group of Maoists opened indiscriminate firing on a
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The Hindu reports that a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was killed in an encounter near Chinari village forests in Narayanpur District on October 11. The encounter started when a group of Maoists opened indiscriminate firing on a joint patrol team of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and State Police Force, drawing retaliation from the security men, Narayanpur Superintendent of Police, Mayank Shrivastava said. The body of the slain Maoist was recovered and was identified as Negi Rawat. Rawat carried a reward of INR 5, 000 on his head and many cases, including murder and attack on Police teams, were registered against him in the District. Some wlweeapons and Naxal [left Wing Extremism] literature was also recovered from the spot, the Police said.
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The Hindu reports that a group of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres stormed into the residence of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Damrudhar Pujari in Munagapdar village in Gariaband District in th
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The Hindu reports that a group of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres stormed into the residence of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Damrudhar Pujari in Munagapdar village in Gariaband District in the night of October 11 snatched a weapon from his security guard and left the place without causing any harm, a Police officer said. Inspector General of Police (Durg range) R. K. Vij said that about a dozen armed Naxalites came in a private vehicle to the MLA's house at midnight when Pujari and his family members were asleep. “After entering the house, the Naxalites started threatening the MLA and his family members. Later, they asked Mr. Pujari where his security guard was. The guard had gone to sleep in the rear part of the house. The Naxalites went there, threatened him and snatched his service revolver,” Vij said.
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The Odisha bandh (shutdown strike) call given by the CPI-Maoist evoked lukewarm response in various naxal [Left Wing Extremism]-hit areas of the State on October 11, amid normal trade and business activities and vehicular movement, the Police said, r
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The Odisha bandh (shutdown strike) call given by the CPI-Maoist evoked lukewarm response in various naxal [Left Wing Extremism]-hit areas of the State on October 11, amid normal trade and business activities and vehicular movement, the Police said, reports The Hindu. The bandh called by the Maoists in protest against alleged arrest of a Maoist leader Damodar and combing operation in certain areas, had little impact in Districts like Sundargarh, Koraput, Gajapati, Rayagada, Nabarangpur, Kandhamal and Ganjam, the Police said.
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The Sentinel reports that representatives of major civil societies and political parties in Mizoram which conducted joint verification of the repatriated Bru refugees in Mizoram-Tripura border in Mamit District on October 11 claimed to find more than
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The Sentinel reports that representatives of major civil societies and political parties in Mizoram which conducted joint verification of the repatriated Bru refugees in Mizoram-Tripura border in Mamit District on October 11 claimed to find more than 100 Brus who were not bona fide residents of the State. J Lalsailova, financial secretary of the central committee of the Young Mizo Association (YMA) said that the joint verification exercise was undertaken by three representatives each of the YMA and the Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP) or Mizo Students’ Federation and two representatives each of major political parties - the ruling Congress, the Mizo National Front (MNF) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) during September 19 and 23. The teams visited the villages where repatriated Brus were resettled and conducted the verification in the presence of the Bru Coordination Committee leaders, Lalsailova said, adding that more than 100 repatriated refugees were identified as those not belonging to Mizoram. “We will make the final compilation and would submit the list to the state government for further action,” he said. Thousands of Brus, who fled Mizoram during the later part of 1997 and also in 2009 due to ethnic tension, returned to Mizoram since November 2010 and were resettled in Mamit District.
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The Telegraph reports that the Meghalaya Government has sought more time to finalise the long-pending demands of the Garo hills-based militant outfit, the Achik National Volunteers Council, (ANVC) despite the Centre’s request to speed up the process.
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The Telegraph reports that the Meghalaya Government has sought more time to finalise the long-pending demands of the Garo hills-based militant outfit, the Achik National Volunteers Council, (ANVC) despite the Centre’s request to speed up the process. Chief minister Mukul Sangma, during his recent visit to Delhi, met Union home minister P. Chidambaram and discussed the settlement of ANVC’s demands. The key demands of the ANVC, currently in ceasefire, include creation of a Garoland autonomous council on the lines of the Bodoland Territorial Council and direct funding from the Centre for the administration of the proposed council. The Centre had earlier sought the state’s views on ANVC’s demands and subsequently a high-level committee was formed to give its final views on the issue. The ANVC had submitted its charter of demands to the Prime Minister and the home minister besides the state political leaders. However, the State Government has viewed the demand of the ANVC to have a separate council and to have direct funding from the Centre as a contentious issue, which required further deliberation.
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The tripartite ceasefire agreement between the Centre, State Government and the ANVC was extended by another year effective from Oct 1, adds Shillong Times.
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The tripartite ceasefire agreement between the Centre, State Government and the ANVC was extended by another year effective from Oct 1, adds Shillong Times.
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October - 11 
With increase in the presence of militants across the Line of Control (LoC), the Army has deployed additional troops in priority areas to counter infiltration in the State ahead of snowfall, reports Daily Excelsior. "According to Intelligence reports
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With increase in the presence of militants across the Line of Control (LoC), the Army has deployed additional troops in priority areas to counter infiltration in the State ahead of snowfall, reports Daily Excelsior. "According to Intelligence reports, strength of militants across (the LoC) has crossed all proportions. At present, opposite Shamsabari (range) and Uri, there are 600 militants," said General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Srinagar-based 15 Corps Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain on October 11. He added, "Attempts will be made everywhere. There is a window of two months before winter. This is a dangerous window." However, he said, the counter-infiltration grid has been redoubled to meet the challenge of infiltration putting the number of militants killed this year 80. He said 30 to 40 militants have managed to infiltrate. He said forces have an opportunity to "break the back of militancy" in the State as 19 top militant ‘commanders’ of Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) have been killed so far this year. "There is a realisation that 2011 is an important year. We can actually break the back of militancy this year... If they cannot bring militants in (to Kashmir) by next year, I can assure you we have turned the tables in Kashmir," he added. IBN Live reports Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has asked the Union Home Minister not to plan Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) withdrawal from entire state, but from sections where army is no longer required. "Would want Disturbed Areas Act [DAA] and AFSPA to go," said Abdullah. "We have to see the areas where the footprints of Army was minimal and then go for revocation of DAA and subsequently AFSPA'', Omar said, adds Daily Excelsior.
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Youth Wing of Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) conducted a bike rally in protest against the extortions, kidnapping, killings and other unlawful activities in Kokrajhar District, reports The Sentinel.
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Youth Wing of Bodoland People’s Front (BPF) conducted a bike rally in protest against the extortions, kidnapping, killings and other unlawful activities in Kokrajhar District, reports The Sentinel.
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October - 11 
A bus of Cadet College in Wana town of South Waziristan Agency hit an explosive device planted on the Wana Bypass Road, injuring the driver, identified as Hazratullah and two Security Officials, Mohammad Ali and Khalid, reported Dawn.
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A bus of Cadet College in Wana town of South Waziristan Agency hit an explosive device planted on the Wana Bypass Road, injuring the driver, identified as Hazratullah and two Security Officials, Mohammad Ali and Khalid, reported Dawn.
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October - 11 
A number of items, being transferred to NATO forces in Afghanistan were recovered from a warehouse in Peshawar. The items include several radiators, around 50 tyres of different sizes, tank equipment and communication tools. According to reports, uni
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A number of items, being transferred to NATO forces in Afghanistan were recovered from a warehouse in Peshawar. The items include several radiators, around 50 tyres of different sizes, tank equipment and communication tools. According to reports, unidentified militants had hijacked NATO oil tankers and stored the items in Peshawar. They had also established a tank where the stolen oil was stored and was being sent to local petrol pumps. The items, some with International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) stickers on them, were being transferred to different parts of the province. Earlier, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) said that Customs Collectorate Quetta had reported that many NATO containers were found missing from the official record. The FBR had initially sent a list of almost 13,000 containers to Quetta after finding that the transportation documents of these containers were either missing or incomplete. Most supplies for the forces, which number around 140,000, go through Pakistan.
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October - 11 
An explosive device exploded outside the house of transporter Javed Khan in Lakki Marwat District, reports Dawn. However, no casualties were reported.
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An explosive device exploded outside the house of transporter Javed Khan in Lakki Marwat District, reports Dawn. However, no casualties were reported.
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October - 11 
Judge and Judicial Magistrate Malik Naeem Shoukat remanded an alleged terrorist, Qari Inayat, of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) for three days in Police custody, reports Daily Times. Inayat was arrested on October 10, 2011 and belongs to Khyber Pak
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Judge and Judicial Magistrate Malik Naeem Shoukat remanded an alleged terrorist, Qari Inayat, of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) for three days in Police custody, reports Daily Times. Inayat was arrested on October 10, 2011 and belongs to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. He is an activist of Qari Shakeel group based in Muhammad Agency in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) that is believed to be an offshoot of the TTP. Shakeel is a vice commander of TTP in the agency and had been planning terror attack in Islamabad. Inayat is a right hand of Shakeel. The Police informed that the Inayat had also close relations with Sardar Ali Khattak, a suspect who was already in the P Police custody.
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Governor Masood Kausar escaped a missile attack while six persons were injured on October 11 in Orakzai Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) when suspected militants fired rockets on a jirga (council), report D
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Governor Masood Kausar escaped a missile attack while six persons were injured on October 11 in Orakzai Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) when suspected militants fired rockets on a jirga (council), report Daily Times. Militants fired two missiles at a jirga to be addressed by Kausar in Orakzai, wounding six people, including two Levies personnel, but the Governor was not hurt. According to a senior official in the administration, the suspected Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants fired rockets that landed in Scouts Fort in Kalay, headquarters of the Orakzai Agency. The attack comes after military said it weaned the region away from the influence of militants, sending the Internally Displaced People (IDP) back to their areas.
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October - 11 
New Karachi Industrial Area Police claimed to have arrested an extortionist namely Tariq Ejaz and recovered a TT pistol from his possession. Police said that the accused was involved in several cases of extortion and belonged to a religious political
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New Karachi Industrial Area Police claimed to have arrested an extortionist namely Tariq Ejaz and recovered a TT pistol from his possession. Police said that the accused was involved in several cases of extortion and belonged to a religious political party.
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October - 11 
Pakistan Sindh Rangers, conducted raids in Saddar Bohri Bazaar and Banaras areas and arrested a suspect besides recovering 17 different weapons and more than 1,400 bullets from different locations.
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Pakistan Sindh Rangers, conducted raids in Saddar Bohri Bazaar and Banaras areas and arrested a suspect besides recovering 17 different weapons and more than 1,400 bullets from different locations.
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Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani, on October 11 said that the prosperity of Balochistan was linked to peace, and asked the militants to shun violence and work for the progress of Pakistan, reports Daily Times. “Choose the path of peace, as this is t
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Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani, on October 11 said that the prosperity of Balochistan was linked to peace, and asked the militants to shun violence and work for the progress of Pakistan, reports Daily Times. “Choose the path of peace, as this is the only way for the progress of people of Balochistan and Pakistan,” the Prime Minister said while addressing the passing out parade of the recruits of the Pakistan Army belonging to Balochistan. “The agenda of terrorists and extremists is certainly against Pakistan,” Gilani said and urged them to shun this path. Gilani said that the Government wanted reconciliation and was still ready to hold talks with dissident Baloch brethren to find out an amicable solution to the issues of Balochistan. The statement was made during the passing out parade of Pakistan Army that inducted 6000 Baloch recruits after the completion of their training. While addressing the passing out parade of the new recruits, Gilani said that the induction of the Baloch youth should not be perceived as just providing jobs to the youths of Balochistan but also strengthening of the defence capabilities of the armed forces.
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Rangers also conducted raids in several areas of Lyari, including Nayabad, Mama Hotel, Kalri and Daryaabad on a tip off indicating that Wasi Ullah Lakho was present in the area and detained seven suspects before moving them to an unknown location for
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Rangers also conducted raids in several areas of Lyari, including Nayabad, Mama Hotel, Kalri and Daryaabad on a tip off indicating that Wasi Ullah Lakho was present in the area and detained seven suspects before moving them to an unknown location for further investigation.
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Security Forces (SFs), on October 11, shot dead another 11 militants and injured many others when Afghan Taliban militants armed with rocket launchers resorted to cross border attack from Afghanistan on checkpoints in areas of Laghar and Sparko Dab,
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Security Forces (SFs), on October 11, shot dead another 11 militants and injured many others when Afghan Taliban militants armed with rocket launchers resorted to cross border attack from Afghanistan on checkpoints in areas of Laghar and Sparko Dab, close to the Pak-Afghan border in Upper Dir District, Daily Times reported. 26 militants have been killed in three days of fighting. SFs have taken into custody 10 dead bodies of the militants who belong to Kunar province of Afghanistan.
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Senior leaders of the People’s Amn Committee (PAC) on October 11 planned to challenge in court the Government’s October 10 decision to ban it in Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, reports Express Tribune. “The move to ban PAC is nothing but su
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Senior leaders of the People’s Amn Committee (PAC) on October 11 planned to challenge in court the Government’s October 10 decision to ban it in Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh, reports Express Tribune. “The move to ban PAC is nothing but succumbing to the blackmail tactics of the Pakistan Peoples Party’s (PPPs) coalition partner,” alleged senior PAC member Zafar Baloch. “We will respond to the ban through legal means and are exploring the option of challenging it in court.” This could, however, put PAC at odds with its own ‘parent’ party, the PPP. “We’re not going to go against the PPP in court,” Baloch clarified, adding, “We will only challenge the ban which we believe has been done to appease the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) which recently rejoined the Government.” The Amn Committee now joins the list of organisations that despite being banned continue to operate in the city under different names. “Under the list of banned organisations prepared in 2002, numerous groups like the Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LeJ) and Jama’at-ud-Dawa (JuD) were banned,” the Home Department official said. “Even the Sunni Tehreek (ST) continues to be placed on a terrorist watch-list of organisations,” he added.
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The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on October 11 stayed the execution of Mumtaz Qadri who was convicted of killing former Punjab Governor Salman Taseer, Dawn reported. An IHC bench comprising Chief Justice Iqbal Hameedur Rehman and Justice Mohammad Anwa
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The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on October 11 stayed the execution of Mumtaz Qadri who was convicted of killing former Punjab Governor Salman Taseer, Dawn reported. An IHC bench comprising Chief Justice Iqbal Hameedur Rehman and Justice Mohammad Anwar Khan Kasi took up an appeal of Mumtaz Qadri against his conviction. It issued a notice to the state (prosecution) and ordered that till a decision on the plea the execution on the death sentence be stayed. An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) had on October 1 sentenced Mumtaz Qadri to death on two counts under for killing Salman Taseer.
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The Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) on October 11 claimed to have arrested 10 more suspects from different areas of Karachi and also recovered weapons from their possessions, reports Daily Times. Crime Investigation Department (CID) claimed to have a
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The Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) on October 11 claimed to have arrested 10 more suspects from different areas of Karachi and also recovered weapons from their possessions, reports Daily Times. Crime Investigation Department (CID) claimed to have arrested a militant, identified as Mohammad Rafique from Quaidabad area and recovered a Light Machine Gun (LMG), one rifle, a TT pistol and 96 rounds from his possession. “During interrogation he confessed to have been involved in several cases of street violence”.
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October - 11 
Two people were killed when militants torched an oil tanker carrying fuel for NATO troops in Afghanistan in the Dasht area of Kharan District on October 11, reports Express Tribune. Militants fired at the vehicle then set it on fire killing the drive
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Two people were killed when militants torched an oil tanker carrying fuel for NATO troops in Afghanistan in the Dasht area of Kharan District on October 11, reports Express Tribune. Militants fired at the vehicle then set it on fire killing the driver and his helper. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack but the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has in the past said it carried out similar attacks to disrupt supplies to the more than 130,000 US-led international troops fighting in Afghanistan.
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October - 11 
United States (US) Defense Secretary Leon Panetta on October 11 said that the US is waging 'war' in Pakistan against militants, The News reports. Speaking at the Woodrow Wilson Centre in Washington, the former Central Investigation Agency (CIA) Direc
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United States (US) Defense Secretary Leon Panetta on October 11 said that the US is waging 'war' in Pakistan against militants, The News reports. Speaking at the Woodrow Wilson Centre in Washington, the former Central Investigation Agency (CIA) Director pointed to a "complicated relationship" between Washington and Islamabad. "And admittedly, there are a lot of reasons for that. We are fighting a war in their country," Panetta said, adding, "They have in fact given us cooperation in the operations of trying to confront al Qaeda in tribal areas and they continue to work with us." The two countries had sharp disagreements over "the relations they maintain with some of the militant groups in that country," added Panetta.
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United States (US) Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on October 11 said that the US remains open to exploring a peace deal, including the Haqqani Network, the militant group that US officials blame for a campaign of high-profile violence that could
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United States (US) Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on October 11 said that the US remains open to exploring a peace deal, including the Haqqani Network, the militant group that US officials blame for a campaign of high-profile violence that could jeopardise Washington’s plans for withdrawing smoothly from Afghanistan, reports Daily Times. “Where we are right now is that we view the Haqqanis and other of their ilk as, you know, being adversaries and being very dangerous to Americans, Afghans and coalition members inside Afghanistan, but we are not shutting the door on trying to determine whether there is some path forward,” Clinton said when asked whether she believed members of the Haqqani Network might reconcile with the Afghan Government.Earlier this year, Clinton advanced a peace deal as a key plank of regional policy for the first time, saying Washington would support a settlement between the Afghan Government and those militant groups that meet certain requirements, including renouncing violence and supporting the Afghan constitution. Despite the conciliatory signals, Clinton said the US would stick to its military campaign that the White House hopes will make militants more likely to enter serious negotiations.
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October - 11 
PM Bhattarai said the present Government would turn into a Government of national consensus over time.
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PM Bhattarai said the present Government would turn into a Government of national consensus over time.
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October - 11 
The UCPN-M) on October 11 said it wants to sign an agreement to conclude the peace process before Prime Minister (PM) Baburam Bhattarai leaves for India on an official visit on October 21, reports Kantipuronline. The 45-day deadline committed by the
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The UCPN-M) on October 11 said it wants to sign an agreement to conclude the peace process before Prime Minister (PM) Baburam Bhattarai leaves for India on an official visit on October 21, reports Kantipuronline. The 45-day deadline committed by the PM for concluding the peace process expired on October 11. "We have now reached an understanding that the peace process should be immediately concluded. Though we are yet to find a meeting point on contentious issues, we are optimistic that there will be a decision before the prime minister's visit to India," said Maoist Politburo member Janardan Sharma. Nepali Congress leader and Special Committee member Ram Sharan Mahat said his party has found a sense of seriousness and urgency in the Maoists, but that progress in the process will depend on their intent to implement the commitments. “We are cautiously optimistic because they have not brought in any formal flexible proposal on the contentious issues so far,” Mahat said.
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October - 12 
A suspected terror plot was foiled in Ambala in Punjab with the recovery of over 5-kilograms of explosives and detonators from a car parked outside Cantonment railway station of the city on October 12, The Times of India reported. The explosives were
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A suspected terror plot was foiled in Ambala in Punjab with the recovery of over 5-kilograms of explosives and detonators from a car parked outside Cantonment railway station of the city on October 12, The Times of India reported. The explosives were sent for forensic test and a team of National Security Guard (NSG) from Delhi was rushed to the spot, Police said. After a tip-off, a joint Police team had found the explosives from a car parked outside the railway station.
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October - 12 
According to The Indian Express, the rural development ministry has decided bridge the development deficit in 56 villages in the heart of the dense Saranda forest where Security Forces had conducted an operation to flush out Maoists. In the first tan
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According to The Indian Express, the rural development ministry has decided bridge the development deficit in 56 villages in the heart of the dense Saranda forest where Security Forces had conducted an operation to flush out Maoists. In the first tangible demonstration of the government’s strategy of a concerted, multipronged engagement with Naxalism, Rural Development Minister Jairam Ramesh has now written to Union Home Minister P Chidambaram, suggesting a follow-up action plan of development to wean the 36,500 tribal people in these villages away from the Naxals. “I have taken this Saranda project as a challenge and as a way of demonstrating how development and security can and should go hand-in-hand,” Jairam has written, seeking Chidambaram’s support for his plan.
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October - 12 
Advocating "meaningful autonomy" and speedy development, the three interlocutors on Jammu and Kashmir submitted their report to Union Home Minister P Chidambaram on October 12, a year after they were appointed to draw a roadmap to peace, sources said
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Advocating "meaningful autonomy" and speedy development, the three interlocutors on Jammu and Kashmir submitted their report to Union Home Minister P Chidambaram on October 12, a year after they were appointed to draw a roadmap to peace, sources said, according to Times of India. While avoiding the "pre-1952 status" phraseology, the report speaks about ensuring "meaningful autonomy" for the state, while preserving its distinct regional and ethnic diversities, it is learnt. The interlocutors are learnt to have also recommended the withdrawal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) and the Disturbed Areas Act (DAA) from the State. The report, sources said, has recommended developmental councils for all the three regions - Kashmir, Jammu and Ladakh - and devolution of powers to the sub-regions. It also recommends a massive economic package to tackle the huge unemployment in the state and major infrastructure development to provide connectivity and boost tourism, officials in the know said.
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October - 12 
An exchange of fire between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and the Security Forces (SFs) took place in the wee hours of October 12 near Jamgaon village in Puintala tehsil (revenue unit) in Bolangir District, reports IBN Live.
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An exchange of fire between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and the Security Forces (SFs) took place in the wee hours of October 12 near Jamgaon village in Puintala tehsil (revenue unit) in Bolangir District, reports IBN Live. In the wake of the incident, Inspector General of Police (IG, Operation) Y B Khurania, (IG, Northern Range) R P Koche, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Commandant and the Bargarh Superintendent of Police (SP) held a meeting with Bolangir SP Awinish Kumar on October 13 and reviewed the law and order situation in the District. Later, they toured Maoist-infested pockets in Khaparakhol block (administrative division) in the District.
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October - 12 
Anti-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) in an email statement stated that as the Central government for long has been taking advantage of the discord among various outfits of the region. Way back in 1985, ULFA had proposed to
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Anti-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) in an email statement stated that as the Central government for long has been taking advantage of the discord among various outfits of the region. Way back in 1985, ULFA had proposed to Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) ‘General Secretary’ Thuinglang Muivah to initiate a unity move among the outfits, as the government would try to play the divisive game and create fratricidal killings. Had the unity move taken place then, the movement for sovereignty in the northeastern states would have been at a different stage today.
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October - 12 
Following the arrest of underworld don Iqbal Mirchi in UK, the Indian Government on October 12 said that it had initiated the process for his extradition to India, The Times of India reported. A former aide of Dawood Ibrahim, Mirchi, who was arrested
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Following the arrest of underworld don Iqbal Mirchi in UK, the Indian Government on October 12 said that it had initiated the process for his extradition to India, The Times of India reported. A former aide of Dawood Ibrahim, Mirchi, who was arrested in London, is also an accused in the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts. "A red corner notice for the arrest of Iqbal Mirchi had been issued and continues to be valid, which means that he is a wanted person and that we do seek his extradition back to India. The processes involved for his extradition are being initiated," foreign ministry spokesperson Vishnu Prakash said. According to CBI, Mirchi, against whom an Interpol red corner notice is pending since 1994, was living in a six-bedroom house in the UK for the last 20 years.
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October - 12 
Hong Kong based Asian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) has warned that the present economic blockade enforced by Sadar Hills District Demand Committee (SHDDC) and the counter blockade by United Naga Council (UNC) has “the potential to develop into an e
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Hong Kong based Asian Human Rights Commission (AHRC) has warned that the present economic blockade enforced by Sadar Hills District Demand Committee (SHDDC) and the counter blockade by United Naga Council (UNC) has “the potential to develop into an ethnic conflict in Manipur,” reports Nagaland Post.
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October - 12 
Investigating agencies have gathered some important clues from video footage obtained from CCTV of a toll plaza in connection with the seizure of a car bomb at Ambala railway station in Haryana on October 12. Sources said going by the video footage,
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Investigating agencies have gathered some important clues from video footage obtained from CCTV of a toll plaza in connection with the seizure of a car bomb at Ambala railway station in Haryana on October 12. Sources said going by the video footage, the militants appeared to be hailing from Jammu and Kashmir. However, it was not possible to make their perfect pictures in view of shaky video footage of the CCTV as they were behind front wind screen of the car.
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October - 12 
Pro-Talks Faction of ULFA (ULFA-PTF) ‘Chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa ruled out the possibility of any adverse impact on the peace process between Central Government and ULFA-PTF because of alleged fresh recruitment of youths by the ULFA-ATF in recent ti
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Pro-Talks Faction of ULFA (ULFA-PTF) ‘Chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa ruled out the possibility of any adverse impact on the peace process between Central Government and ULFA-PTF because of alleged fresh recruitment of youths by the ULFA-ATF in recent times, reports The Telegraph. Rajkhowa was hopeful that the ULFA ‘general secretary’ Anup Chetia, currently lodged in Bangladesh prison (Rajshahi), would be able to join them for the peace talks. Rajkhowa said, “We have not been able to understand why Anup has not been able to withdraw the asylum plea he had earlier filed with the Bangladesh government as it is coming in way of his release and coming here”. He further said, “Anup was the first among the top ULFA leaders to speak in favor of having a dialogue with the government to arrive at a solution years back”.
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October - 12 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested two United Kukigram Defence Army (UKDA) militants, identified as Lunun Dongel and James Lhungdim, in the Dilai area in Karbi Anglong District on October 12, reports The Times of India.
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested two United Kukigram Defence Army (UKDA) militants, identified as Lunun Dongel and James Lhungdim, in the Dilai area in Karbi Anglong District on October 12, reports The Times of India.
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October - 12 
Security Forces (SFs) in an ongoing operation eliminated Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘district commander’, Mushtaq Khan alias Mushtaq Janghi alias Mushtaq Killer, in an operation in Gutlibagh forests of Ganderbal District on October 12, reports Daily Exc
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Security Forces (SFs) in an ongoing operation eliminated Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘district commander’, Mushtaq Khan alias Mushtaq Janghi alias Mushtaq Killer, in an operation in Gutlibagh forests of Ganderbal District on October 12, reports Daily Excelsior. An associate of Mushtaq Killer was also killed in the encounter but he has not been identified as yet. Another fleeing militant, identified as Muzaffar, was arrested by the SFs. He was recently recruited by Mushtaq Killer. Two AK 47 rifles, four AK magazines and one Chinese grenade were recovered from the killed militants. Operating in Ganderbal for past 13 years, Mushtaq, an A++category militant carrying a cash reward of INR 1 million on his head, was nick named as "Killer" after he allegedly killed around 40 civilians in Ganderbal area. Of late, he had started recruiting youth into HM ranks.
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October - 12 
Security Forces (SFs) on October 12 arrested one suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militant identified as Parimal Chakma following a brief encounter with a group of three NLFT militants at remote Bholanath Para under Natunbazaar P
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Security Forces (SFs) on October 12 arrested one suspected National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) militant identified as Parimal Chakma following a brief encounter with a group of three NLFT militants at remote Bholanath Para under Natunbazaar Police Station in South Tripura District, reports Tripura Info.
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October - 12 
SFs arrested one cadre of the MI Khan faction of People’s United Liberation Front (PULF-MI Khan), identified as Abdul Salam alias Chingkhei (29), from Phugakchao Mayai Leikai in Imphal West District on October 12. He revealed his involvement in recru
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SFs arrested one cadre of the MI Khan faction of People’s United Liberation Front (PULF-MI Khan), identified as Abdul Salam alias Chingkhei (29), from Phugakchao Mayai Leikai in Imphal West District on October 12. He revealed his involvement in recruitment, tax collection and extortion in Phugakchao area.
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October - 12 
SFs busted a militant hideout in Kokernag area of Anantnag District. Recoveries made from the hideout included one Chinese pistol, one pistol magazine, 10 pistol rounds, one grenade, three AK magazines, 40 AK rounds, three kilograms of improvised exp
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SFs busted a militant hideout in Kokernag area of Anantnag District. Recoveries made from the hideout included one Chinese pistol, one pistol magazine, 10 pistol rounds, one grenade, three AK magazines, 40 AK rounds, three kilograms of improvised explosive device (IED) powder, 10 rounds of point 2.2 mm pistol, one wireless set, one stun grenade, three electric detonators, three meters electric wire and one blanket.
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October - 12 
The Hindu reports that in a statement purportedly issued by the State Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leadership, the seriousness of the West Bengal Government over holding peace talks with the outfit has been questioned. The statement c
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The Hindu reports that in a statement purportedly issued by the State Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) leadership, the seriousness of the West Bengal Government over holding peace talks with the outfit has been questioned. The statement comes two days ahead of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's arrival in Jungle Mahal where Maoists have been active recently. She is scheduled to address a rally at Jhargram in West Midnapore District on October 15. “As of now, there has been no indication from the Chief Minister of a reaction to the interlocutors' proposal (appointed by the State for talks with the Maoists) for a ceasefire by the two sides (the State and the Maoists) and for suspending joint security operations (against the Maoists),” said Akash, the State Committee secretary of the CPI-Maoist, in the statement dated October 12.
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October - 12 
The Indian Express reports that the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on October 12 slammed the State Government’s move to recruit 10,000 Police constables from Jungle Mahal and termed it as a “conspiracy hatched by Chief Minister Mamata B
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The Indian Express reports that the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on October 12 slammed the State Government’s move to recruit 10,000 Police constables from Jungle Mahal and termed it as a “conspiracy hatched by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee”. A statement signed by one Akash, who identified himself as CPI-Maoist state committee secretary, read: “She (Mamata Banerjee) wants to give arms to the tribal population and we are apprehending that she will bring the Salwa Judum back in West Bengal by violating the verdict of the Supreme Court.” “We also want that unemployed youths should be employed. But they can be done in other ways by employing the youths in education, health and several other departments,” the statement added.
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October - 12 
The Interlocutors on Jammu and Kashmir are to submit their report to Union Home Minister P Chidambaram today (October 12). Announced exactly a year ago, the team of three Interlocutors Dilip Padgaonkar, Radha Kumar and M M Ansari has completed their
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The Interlocutors on Jammu and Kashmir are to submit their report to Union Home Minister P Chidambaram today (October 12). Announced exactly a year ago, the team of three Interlocutors Dilip Padgaonkar, Radha Kumar and M M Ansari has completed their report within the time-frame of one year given by the Government. "We have suggested a roadmap at the end of the report and it was up to the Government to carry forward the recommendations," Padgaonkar said, adding, the report represents almost all voices of the State.
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October - 12 
The Maoist cadres have shown their opposition to any double-storey building being constructed in Palamu District, as it considers such a building can house a picket of Security Force (SF) to keep eyes on them, reports The Times of India. According to
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The Maoist cadres have shown their opposition to any double-storey building being constructed in Palamu District, as it considers such a building can house a picket of Security Force (SF) to keep eyes on them, reports The Times of India. According to a source in Palamu Police, even Government schools in Palamu, which are to have two additional classrooms, face stiff resistance from the Maoists who take money for giving "permission" for constructing two or multi-storey schools here. Many builders also corroborated this.
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The name of Jagtar Singh Tara, the dreaded member of the Khalistani militant outfit Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) has figured in the Ambala RDX haul on October 12, The Times of India reported. Top sources of Punjab Police said that the militant w
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The name of Jagtar Singh Tara, the dreaded member of the Khalistani militant outfit Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) has figured in the Ambala RDX haul on October 12, The Times of India reported. Top sources of Punjab Police said that the militant who is currently in Pakistan has recently formed a new outfit called Khalistan Tiger Force. Tara is wanted in the assassination of former Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh in August 1995 and infamous Burail jail break in Chandigarh in 1998.Director general of police, Punjab, Anil Kaushik said , " BKI has clearly helped in the movement and planting of RDX in the car recovered from Ambala. Our officers are now working in liaison with Delhi police on the case." "We have clear leads that BKI has established a nexus with Dawood Ibrahim, the fugitive Indian underworld kingpin residing now in Karachi. The terrorists were liaisoning with the D gang in Mumbai through whom they disposed stolen cars and trucks to amass money for procuring arms and ammunition," said another senior Police official. Meanwhile, following the seizure of an RDX-laden car at Ambala in Haryana, the Centre on October 14 sent an advisory to all states asking them to remain alert ahead of festivals including Diwali. Police in six cities - Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore and Hyderabad - have specifically been asked to step up security at public places and crowded areas.
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October - 12 
The Telegraph reports that Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh rushed to New Delhi on October 12 to discuss the economic blockade issues with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and home minister P. Chidambaram.
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The Telegraph reports that Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh rushed to New Delhi on October 12 to discuss the economic blockade issues with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and home minister P. Chidambaram.
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October - 12 
A division bench of the Balochistan High Court (BHC) on October 12 sought the issuance of arrest warrants of former President Pervez Musharraf and other co-accused nominated in the August 26, 2006 murder case of the former Balochistan Governor Nawab
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A division bench of the Balochistan High Court (BHC) on October 12 sought the issuance of arrest warrants of former President Pervez Musharraf and other co-accused nominated in the August 26, 2006 murder case of the former Balochistan Governor Nawab Akbar Bugti, Daily Times reported. The division bench was informed that the statements of former Interior Minister Aftab Ahmed Sherpao and former Governor Owais Ahmed Ghani were recorded who claimed that Pakistan Army carried out the military operation and they came to know about it through electronic media. The court ordered the Deputy Attorney General to present all relevant documents to Turkey, USA and Saudi Arabia in order to seek custody of wanted persons presumably hiding in these countries. The Crime Branch Director informed the high court that he would try to secure the arrest warrants of Musharraf before November. Following his statement, the case was adjourned till November 1, 2011.
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October - 12 
A journalist, Rehmatullah Khan Derpakhel, abducted by suspected militants on August 11, 2011 was set free after a deal was struck between the abductors and a jirga (council) in Miranshah.
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A journalist, Rehmatullah Khan Derpakhel, abducted by suspected militants on August 11, 2011 was set free after a deal was struck between the abductors and a jirga (council) in Miranshah.
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October - 12 
A man, identified as Javed, was shot dead near the Telephone Exchange within the limits of Quaidabad Police Station.
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A man, identified as Javed, was shot dead near the Telephone Exchange within the limits of Quaidabad Police Station.
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October - 12 
An official of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) Secretariat, identified as Javaid Akhtar, was shot dead on October 12 by unknown assailants when he was driving his car in Hayatabad area of Peshawar, reported Dawn.
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An official of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) Secretariat, identified as Javaid Akhtar, was shot dead on October 12 by unknown assailants when he was driving his car in Hayatabad area of Peshawar, reported Dawn.
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October - 12 
Clifton Police claimed to have arrested at least two alleged target killers allegedly involved in several cases of target killings. The suspects were identified as Daniyal and Faisal Ansari. They were arrested from Zamzama area. Two sub-machine guns,
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Clifton Police claimed to have arrested at least two alleged target killers allegedly involved in several cases of target killings. The suspects were identified as Daniyal and Faisal Ansari. They were arrested from Zamzama area. Two sub-machine guns, two TT pistols and a motorcycle were also recovered from their possessions.
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October - 12 
Darra Adamkhel, militants attacked residential parts with mortar shells injuring four members of a family, including two children. At least, 20 mortar shells were fired from a mountain in Bulandara, which links Darra Adamkhel with Orakzai Agency.
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Darra Adamkhel, militants attacked residential parts with mortar shells injuring four members of a family, including two children. At least, 20 mortar shells were fired from a mountain in Bulandara, which links Darra Adamkhel with Orakzai Agency.
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October - 12 
Five alleged target killers and an alleged member of the gang war were arrested during separate raids in different parts of Karachi. Anti-Extremist Cell (AEC) of the Crime Investigation Department (CID) claimed to have arrested two alleged target kil
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Five alleged target killers and an alleged member of the gang war were arrested during separate raids in different parts of Karachi. Anti-Extremist Cell (AEC) of the Crime Investigation Department (CID) claimed to have arrested two alleged target killers, identified as Obaid Khan, alias Burst and Tariq Mustafa alias Arif Burger from a graveyard in Islamia Colony, Orangi Town within the jurisdiction of Pirabad Police Station and also recovered one Kalashnikov and two 9mm pistols from their possessions.
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October - 12 
In Ziarat Khazena area of Mohmand Agency a child was killed and two others were injured after a mortar shell exploded.
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In Ziarat Khazena area of Mohmand Agency a child was killed and two others were injured after a mortar shell exploded.
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October - 12 
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Senior Minister and Awami National Party (ANP) leader Bashir Ahmad Bilour on October 12 regretted the repeated demands by head of certain political party for holding negotiations with the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and said t
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Senior Minister and Awami National Party (ANP) leader Bashir Ahmad Bilour on October 12 regretted the repeated demands by head of certain political party for holding negotiations with the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and said that such statements could be given by politicians lacking sagacity, reported Dawn. Referring to Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (TeI) chief Imran Khan, the minister said that making such demands after exposure to the nefarious designs of TTP put a question mark on the political maturity of the politician. He said that TTP had been involved in terrorist activities, killing of innocent people in suicide blasts and destabilising the country. Mr Bilour said that the former player advocating dialogue with those who had killed women and children and targeted Security Forces must know that politics was not a playground where every technique could be tried. “Politics is a delicate business specially when related to defence of the country and security of its people,” he said.
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October - 12 
Militants from Mohmand Agency in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) fired rockets and mortars on the Saro Kalli Police Station in Shabqadar area of Charsadda District during the small hours.
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Militants from Mohmand Agency in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) fired rockets and mortars on the Saro Kalli Police Station in Shabqadar area of Charsadda District during the small hours.
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October - 12 
Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) leader Farooq Sattar on October 12 said that the MQM has “no problem” in supporting former President Pervez Musharraf by not running a candidate against him in Karachi for the 2013 elections, Express Tribune reported. S
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Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) leader Farooq Sattar on October 12 said that the MQM has “no problem” in supporting former President Pervez Musharraf by not running a candidate against him in Karachi for the 2013 elections, Express Tribune reported. Sattar indicated that the MQM’s support for the self-exiled former President stemmed from Musharraf’s close relations with MQM chief Altaf Hussain and the party. He added that Musharraf’s “nurturing” of democracy and support for the local Government system would factor into the MQM’s decision. Despite an indication of political support, Sattar said that Musharraf should think “100 times” before taking a decision to return to Pakistan, given the significant threat to his life. Further, Sattar warned that a civil war-like situation was being conspired in Karachi to benefit a criminal nexus including an ‘underworld syndicate’ that had links with extremist element such as the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) who have entered Karachi from Swat and Malakand Districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and South Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). He added that land and weapon mafias along with the religious right were also involved in the violence. Without taking any names he said that certain elements in the Awami National Party (ANP) were creating a sense of insecurity amongst the Pashtuns in Karachi. He also blamed the People’s Aman Committee (PAC) for creating similar tensions. Answering a question on the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Haqiqi (MQM-H), Sattar said that 80 per cent of Haqiqi members, including senior leader Amir Khan had reverted to the MQM, leaving only 20 per cent that comprised of criminal elements.
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October - 12 
Pakistan has a huge stake in the outcome of the Afghan conflict, United States (US) Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on October 12, underscoring that the US could not dispense with its relationship with Islamabad, which must be part of the Afg
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Pakistan has a huge stake in the outcome of the Afghan conflict, United States (US) Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on October 12, underscoring that the US could not dispense with its relationship with Islamabad, which must be part of the Afghan solution, reported Daily Times. “Everybody knows Pakistan has a big stake in the outcome of what goes on across their border, and they are going to be involved one way or the other,” Clinton said, adding, “This is a very difficult relationship, but I believe strongly that it is not one we can walk away from and expect that anything will turn out better, because I don’t believe that will be the case.” “Therefore, we are deeply engaged in finding ways to enhance cooperation with Pakistan and to further the Afghan desire for a legitimate peace and reconciliation process,” she added, Clinton remarked that Washington continued to push forward on expectations it had from Pakistan. “Pakistan has to be part of the solution, or it will continue to be part of the problem. And therefore, as frustrating as it is, we just keep every day going at it, and I think we make very slow, sometimes barely discernible progress, but we’re moving in the right direction”, Clinton acknowledged.
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October - 12 
Saranan Police arrested two suspects, identified as Pir Muhammad and Abdul Wahab, and recovered a NATO oil tanker from their possession in Qila Abdullah District on October 12, reported The News. "A group of militants had snatched oil tanker carrying
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Saranan Police arrested two suspects, identified as Pir Muhammad and Abdul Wahab, and recovered a NATO oil tanker from their possession in Qila Abdullah District on October 12, reported The News. "A group of militants had snatched oil tanker carrying fuel for NATO forces stationed in Afghanistan from the driver on gunpoint near Kuchlak town," Police said, adding, Police arrested two suspects besides recovering snatched vehicle from their possession.
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October - 12 
The daylight raids and the subsequent attacks are carried out by the “Black Night” group, a unit of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) dedicated to raising funds through robberies, kidnappings and extortion, according to a cadre of the outfit and I
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The daylight raids and the subsequent attacks are carried out by the “Black Night” group, a unit of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) dedicated to raising funds through robberies, kidnappings and extortion, according to a cadre of the outfit and Intelligence Officers, Daily Times reports on October 12. The TTP draws on a network of militants and for-hire criminals that stretches from the country’s north western towns, through its Punjab heartland to the commercial capital, Karachi. According to a cadre of the group who spoke with Associated Press (AP) reporter over the phone from an undisclosed location, the “Black Night” group works under the command of Hakimullah Mehsud and Waliur Rehman Mehsud, the leaders in the TTP, adding, that the group would continue to target wealthy Pakistanis, Government officials and foreigners from non-Muslim countries for abductions. Mohammed Yusuf, a cadre of the TTP who met an AP reporter in Karachi, said two groups - the al-Mansoor and al-Mukhtar handle much of the fundraising for the movement in the city. The most common ways of raising funds are kidnappings and extortion, according to Amir Rana, an expert on Pakistani militancy. The TTP are currently holding in the border region a Swiss couple abducted on July 1, 2011.
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October - 12 
Three people, including son of a Police constable, were killed in target killing incidents in Karachi on October 12, reports Daily Times. Two people, including son of a Police constable, were shot dead and another person was injured in Mewashah Road
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Three people, including son of a Police constable, were killed in target killing incidents in Karachi on October 12, reports Daily Times. Two people, including son of a Police constable, were shot dead and another person was injured in Mewashah Road area within the limits of Chakiwara Police Station. The incident took place near Madina Mosque when unidentified armed assailants opened fire on Adnan, resultantly killing him and a nine year old child, identified as Akbar.
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October - 12 
A socket bomb planted near the District Forest Office in Dhanusha was diffused by Nepal Army on October 12, reports inseconline.org. Though an unidentified person had informed about the bomb at around 10 am [local time], staffs of the forest office h
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A socket bomb planted near the District Forest Office in Dhanusha was diffused by Nepal Army on October 12, reports inseconline.org. Though an unidentified person had informed about the bomb at around 10 am [local time], staffs of the forest office had searched the office premises with the help of Police but had not found the bomb. The location of the explosive device was confirmed after some part of the bomb went off at the eastern side of the office near a road at around 12 noon [local time]. Police said that Janatantrik Tarai Madhes Mukti Party (JTMMP) might have planted the bomb as a pamphlet with the name of the group's ‘military commander’ Bhagat Singh was found at the site. A watch and battery was also recovered at the site.
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October - 12 
Minister for Land Reform Prabhu Sah, who is accused of plotting the murder of Hindu Youth Association president Kashiram Tiwari in Birgunj 15 months ago, has been cleared of all charges by the District Attorney's Office on October 12, reports Nepal N
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Minister for Land Reform Prabhu Sah, who is accused of plotting the murder of Hindu Youth Association president Kashiram Tiwari in Birgunj 15 months ago, has been cleared of all charges by the District Attorney's Office on October 12, reports Nepal News. The District Attorney didn't file a case against Minsiter Sah against whom an arrest warrant was issued for plotting the murder of Tiwari. The Parsa District Police Office had issued arrest warrant against Sah, but he has vehemently denied to have received the warrant and has dismissed the murder charge. The decision of ODA not to file any case against Sah comes a day after Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) cadres continued the shutdown strike in Rautahat District to protest the arrest warrant against him. Sah, a Maoist politburo member, was elected to the Constituent Assembly from Rautahat-3.
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October - 12 
Nepal News reports that the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) cadres continued the bandh (shutdown strike) in Rautahat District on October 12 (today) to protest the arrest warrant against Land Reform Minister Prabhu Sah over the allega
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Nepal News reports that the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) cadres continued the bandh (shutdown strike) in Rautahat District on October 12 (today) to protest the arrest warrant against Land Reform Minister Prabhu Sah over the allegation of plotting the murder of Hindu Youth Association president Kashiram Tiwari in Birgunj on June 27, 2010. Transport services, marketplaces and schools and colleges remain closed in the District due to the strike. The Maoist cadres also staged demonstration in the morning, demanding that the authorities drop the charge against Sah.
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October - 12 
Police arrested two leaders of Mongol National Party, including its central chairperson in Rukum District on October 12. Central chairperson of the group Upendra Gharti Magar of Kharkhola in Jang Village Development Committee-2 (VDC-2) and cadre Gam
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Police arrested two leaders of Mongol National Party, including its central chairperson in Rukum District on October 12. Central chairperson of the group Upendra Gharti Magar of Kharkhola in Jang Village Development Committee-2 (VDC-2) and cadre Gam Bahadur Pun Magar of Siuri VDC-4, Rolpa were presented in a press meet by police on October 13. Police said that Gharti was arrested from Dhaune in Rukumkot VDC-2 while Pun was arrested from Salle in Khalanga VDC-2 following a tip off. Police also presented combat dress, documents, and clothes worth NPR 700,000 from the duo.
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October - 12 
UCPN-M Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda told his deputy Mohan Baidya that there is no meaning in him remaining in the party if his hardline faction continues to function in a parallel manner, reports Kantipuronline. During a meeting of the p
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UCPN-M Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda told his deputy Mohan Baidya that there is no meaning in him remaining in the party if his hardline faction continues to function in a parallel manner, reports Kantipuronline. During a meeting of the party's office bearers, Dahal said it would be better for Baidya to part ways if the party's decisions, norms, values and discipline are continuously violated.
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October - 12 
Nine alleged cadres of the banned Islamist outfit Hizb-ut Tahrir (HuT) were arrested on October 12 by the Police in Dhaka City, Daily Star reported. The arrestees, identified as, Mohammad Mejbah, Khaled Jubayer Siddiq, Sajal, Parvej Ahammed, Mahmudul
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Nine alleged cadres of the banned Islamist outfit Hizb-ut Tahrir (HuT) were arrested on October 12 by the Police in Dhaka City, Daily Star reported. The arrestees, identified as, Mohammad Mejbah, Khaled Jubayer Siddiq, Sajal, Parvej Ahammed, Mahmudul Islam, Zahid Hasan, Mizanur Rahman, Mohammad Shafiullah, and Shafayet Zamil were trying to bring out a procession in front of the city's Baitul Mukarram National Mosque demanding release of the outfit's top leaders and establishment of Khilafat rule in the country.
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October - 12 
Police in separate special drives arrested 11 cadres of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) from Kapasia and Kharkhari areas of Rajshahi City on October 12 for their alleged involvement in two separate incidents of assault on the Po
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Police in separate special drives arrested 11 cadres of Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) and Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) from Kapasia and Kharkhari areas of Rajshahi City on October 12 for their alleged involvement in two separate incidents of assault on the Police, Daily Star reported. While the arrested ICS cadres were identified as Tawhiduzzaman, Shamsul Islam, Rafiul Islam, Khairat Hossain Mamun, Humayun Kabir and Rejaul Karim, the arrested JeI cadres were identified as M Moniruzzman, Shariful Islam, Murad Hossain, Ali Abdullah, and Mamunur Rashid.
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October - 12 
Sri Lanka’s ambassador to Belgium, Luxembourg and the EU Ravinatha Aryasinha, alleged that Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch and the International Crisis Group were intent on pre-judging and discrediting the LLRC report even before it is rele
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Sri Lanka’s ambassador to Belgium, Luxembourg and the EU Ravinatha Aryasinha, alleged that Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch and the International Crisis Group were intent on pre-judging and discrediting the LLRC report even before it is released, Daily News reported.“This indecent hurry to host such events and to call for international inquiries, is probably due to their fear that once the LLRC report comes out, they will be short of one further excuse, with which to continue their obsessive attack on the government of Sri Lanka,” he said. Ambassador Aryasinha made these observations when he intervened during a panel discussion that followed the screening of the film ‘Sri Lanka’s Killing Fields’ held at the premises of the European Parliament on October 12. The screening was jointly organized by the three human rights organizations, and was also addressed by the Director/Producer of the film and several Members of the European Parliament. The Ambassador said the timing of the screening of the film ‘Sri Lanka’s Killing Fields’ at the European Parliament on October 12 was particularly sinister, coming on the eve of the presentation of the LLRC Report .
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October - 13 
Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested one United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant from the Singjamei Thongam Leikai in Imphal West on October 13. He disclosed that he joined the outfit in the year 2004 through one Sinam S
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Kanglaonline reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested one United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant from the Singjamei Thongam Leikai in Imphal West on October 13. He disclosed that he joined the outfit in the year 2004 through one Sinam Somendro alias William alias Ibungomacha of Thangmeiband Sinam Leikai and has been working under his command.
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October - 13 
A seven member Reconciliation Committee of the United Revolution Front (URF) of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), an umbrella group comprising of three factions of the KCP, has been formed with Mangangthoi as the chairman and Korouhanba as convener o
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A seven member Reconciliation Committee of the United Revolution Front (URF) of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), an umbrella group comprising of three factions of the KCP, has been formed with Mangangthoi as the chairman and Korouhanba as convener of the committee. The committee was formed on October 12 at the 105 battalion head quarter of the KCP-Military Council (KCP-MC). The members of the committee are Mangangthoi, Sinsuba, Pabung, Liklang Khaba, Deepak, Sushil and Korouhanba. The committee was formed to strengthen the revolutionary movement of Manipur. The meeting also strongly condemned the killing of Sunil Meitei of KCP-Mobile Task Force (KCP-MTF), alleging that he was killed after being taken into custody by the Security Forces.
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October - 13 
About three weeks after the murder of Jagabandhu Majhi, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) representing Umerkote assembly constituency and his Personal Security Officer (PSO) Prasanta Kumar Patra at Gonahatapadar village u
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About three weeks after the murder of Jagabandhu Majhi, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) representing Umerkote assembly constituency and his Personal Security Officer (PSO) Prasanta Kumar Patra at Gonahatapadar village under Raighar Police Station in Nabarangpur District on September 24, the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres of Mainpur division of Chhattisgarh claimed that they killed Majhi as he was extorting and getting many people killed in their name, reports India Express. The claim was made on October 13 through The Samaj, a local newspaper. “We are aware of how he killed Laxman Nagesh, school teacher Ghanashyam Ganda, Banamali Ganda, Parbati Ganda, Basanti Ganda and others. He was also involved in infant sacrifice and blamed us for the murders,” the Maoists told The Samaj. The Maoists also alleged that Majhi collected milloins of rupees claiming proximity to them. “We had warned him several times not to use our name, but he did not amend his ways. So we had no other option than to kill him,” said the Maoist leaders.
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October - 13 
Admitting that the growth of Naxalism (Left-Wing Extremism) was as much because of failure of the Union Government as for a variety of other reasons, Union Rural Development Minister Jairam Ramesh underlined the need for a renewed sense of urgency to
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Admitting that the growth of Naxalism (Left-Wing Extremism) was as much because of failure of the Union Government as for a variety of other reasons, Union Rural Development Minister Jairam Ramesh underlined the need for a renewed sense of urgency to address problems afflicting the masses through a stratagem hinged on synergy of security forces and implementing agencies, reports The Hindu. Delivering the annual Sardar Patel Memorial Lecture in Delhi on October11 on “Tirupati to Pashupati: Some reflections on the Maoist Issue”, Ramesh called for speedy completion of public welfare projects, primarily rural roads, within three to four years with a sense of urgency and a “get-it-done” attitude. Since roads were the first target of Naxalites who killed contractors frequently to stall road construction, Ramesh said some degree of security cover by para-military agencies like the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) would be essential to ensure timely completion of works under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana. In 25 Naxalite-intense Districts the expenditure was lower than the national average and in 10 of them less than in the 60 Left Wing Extremist-affected Districts of the country, Ramesh said. He also called for greater synergy between security forces and implementing agencies to speed up connectivity.
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October - 13 
Calling upon the Prime Minister of India to intervene for non creation of Sadar Hills District in Mani-pur, the Naga Students' Union Delhi (NSUD) on October 13 held a protest demonstration in New Delhi, reports The Sangai Express. Meanwhile, Manipur
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Calling upon the Prime Minister of India to intervene for non creation of Sadar Hills District in Mani-pur, the Naga Students' Union Delhi (NSUD) on October 13 held a protest demonstration in New Delhi, reports The Sangai Express. Meanwhile, Manipur Chief Minister O. Ibobi Singh met the Union Home Minister P Chidambaram on the same day.
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October - 13 
Director General of Police (DGP) Kuldeep Khoda said that Police was working on all leads, including a possible nexus between the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF), who might have jointly plotted the terror strike which was foil
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Director General of Police (DGP) Kuldeep Khoda said that Police was working on all leads, including a possible nexus between the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF), who might have jointly plotted the terror strike which was foiled with the recovery of the car laden with explosives in Ambala in Haryana on October 12. Asserting that Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) was not an active outfit in Jammu, Khoda said Police had reports that KZF was trying to revive itself. The KZF is headed by Ranjeet Singh alias Neeta of Simbal in Jammu, who was presently operating from Lahore in Pakistan. Recently, there had been reports of a nexus developing between Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir militants, which were corroborated with the reports that Neeta was trying to revive KZF in Jammu. The explosives were reportedly packed and sent from Jammu and Kashmir. "The spot could be anywhere in Jammu and Kashmir but since the role of KZF is emerging, the possibility of supply of explosives somewhere in Jammu including the border areas is not ruled out’’, sources said, adding the KZF might have helped the BKI in the terror plot hatched jointly with the LeT outfit. "We had inputs that an LeT module active in Jammu and Kashmir was planning to strike in Delhi. Investigations were done and found that the explosives were meant for BKI and to be used in Delhi. We received a specific input yesterday [October 11] about the movement," Arun Kampani, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Special Cell) said. The DGP further said there were no doubts over Police claims that Doda and Reasi Districts were free of militancy but admitted that the militants kept on moving from one place to another. "Some groups of militants are active. There is no doubt about that. However, Police too have killed many militants and solved various blast mysteries… We would also work on way and means to ensure that terror plots originating from Kishtwar and other parts of J&K to New Delhi are not repeated’’, he added. Investigations so far reveal that the blast outside Delhi High Court on September 7 was carried out by the militants of Kishtwar District of Jammu region with the help of some modules.
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October - 13 
Joint secretary (North East) of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Sambhu Singh said that the Union Home Secretary is likely to hold talks with the leaders of the Pro-Talks Faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) on October 25 to
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Joint secretary (North East) of the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Sambhu Singh said that the Union Home Secretary is likely to hold talks with the leaders of the Pro-Talks Faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-PTF) on October 25 to review the situation after the signing of the cease-fire agreement, reports The Assam Tribune. Singh said that the ULFA leaders are expected to submit the list of its cadres shortly and the scheduled meeting would also discuss as to how the talks should progress. After the meeting, the Centre's interlocutor PC Haldar would take over and talks on the demands of the ULFA would start, he added. Shambhu Singh said that the Government of India is planning to sign peace pacts with at least three militant outfits of the State by November. He said that the process of talks with the United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) is complete and only the date for signing of the accord is to be decided. He pointed out that the Government was trying to make the Karbi Longri North Cachar Hills Liberation Front (KLNLF) to sign the same pact, which delayed the process of signing of the pact with the UPDS. But the KLNLF could not make up its mind and the Government would not go ahead with the signing of the accord with UPDS, he added. He also said that talks with both factions of Dima Halim Daogah [DHD-Jewel & DHD-Nunisa] are in final stage and accords with the outfits are likely to be signed soon. On the progress of talks with the Pro-Talks faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-PTF), Singh said that the outfit is still sticking to its demand for creation of a separate state and the Centre has already made it clear that there is no possibility of division of Assam.
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October - 13 
Police arrested Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, identified as Abdul Majeed Bhat alias Khurshid, in the Handwara area of Kupwara District. He had recently infiltrated from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) after staying there for 11 years.
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Police arrested Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, identified as Abdul Majeed Bhat alias Khurshid, in the Handwara area of Kupwara District. He had recently infiltrated from Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) after staying there for 11 years.
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October - 13 
Quoting Delhi Police, The Times of India reported that the explosives-laden car found at Ambala Cantonment railway station in Haryana on the night of October 12 was headed to the national capital for a terror strike. According to Delhi Police officia
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Quoting Delhi Police, The Times of India reported that the explosives-laden car found at Ambala Cantonment railway station in Haryana on the night of October 12 was headed to the national capital for a terror strike. According to Delhi Police officials, the blue Indica car had five kilograms of RDX in two packets, two batteries, five detonators and two timer devices. Delhi Police said the explosives were meant for terror outfit Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), which had plans to target the national capital. "We had inputs that a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) module active in Jammu and Kashmir was planning to strike in Delhi. Investigations were done and found that the explosives were meant for Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) and to be used in Delhi," said Arun Kampani, Deputy Commissioner of Police (special cell). According to sources, the plot was orchestrated by the Pakistani intelligence agency, Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) and the whole operation was being monitored from Nepal. A call was traced from Nepal 10 days ago which suggested exchange of explosives. The Policemen are investigating if the recovery of explosives has any links to the September 7 blast at Delhi High Court, where too RDX was used. A team of National Investigation Agency (NIA), which is probing the HC blast along with bomb disposal squads and forensic experts from Madhubani FSL have rushed to Ambala. Officials said the explosive was smuggled to Jammu and Kashmir through the border and a separate module was assigned to deliver it to Delhi. Police is looking for two suspects who drove the car to Ambala from Jammu. They have recovered two toll tax slips, of Shambhu Barrier and Ladowal in Punjab, from the car, and probably have CCTV footage of the two suspects from one of the toll booths.
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October - 13 
Referring to the October 7 shoot out 7 in Tamenglong District in Manipur where six cadres of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) were killed by the Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF), the ZUF said it was a sad incident caused by
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Referring to the October 7 shoot out 7 in Tamenglong District in Manipur where six cadres of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) were killed by the Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF), the ZUF said it was a sad incident caused by the intrusion by outsiders that had disturbed the peaceful atmosphere, reports Kanglaonline. At any cost the ZUF will safeguard the Zeliangrong land. It then said no others had instigated the ZUF on any activity carry out by the ZUF. “It is natural for us to protect our land and we are doing it with our own volition,” said the ZUF. It alleged that the NSCN-IM had given immense hardship to the Zeliangrong villages in Tamenglong District. The ZUF said the NSCN-IM only imposes its `military rule` in Zeliangrong region when there are so many Naga areas that are untouched by the latter outfit.
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October - 13 
Security Forces (SFs) on October 13 recovered a consignment of arms and ammunition from Khandi forests in Mahore area of Reasi District, reports Daily Excelsior. The seizure included one AK-47 rifle with two magazines and 60 rounds, one Chinese pist
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Security Forces (SFs) on October 13 recovered a consignment of arms and ammunition from Khandi forests in Mahore area of Reasi District, reports Daily Excelsior. The seizure included one AK-47 rifle with two magazines and 60 rounds, one Chinese pistol with one magazine, one improvised explosive device (IED) circuit and some batteries.
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October - 13 
SFs arrested two suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants, identified as Satyajit Buragohain alias Tutu (30) and Loharjyoti Hazarika (25), from Nao Mechaki area under Kakopathar Police Station of Tinsukia District on October 13, rep
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SFs arrested two suspected United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) militants, identified as Satyajit Buragohain alias Tutu (30) and Loharjyoti Hazarika (25), from Nao Mechaki area under Kakopathar Police Station of Tinsukia District on October 13, reports The Sentinel. One 7.65mm Pistol, One 9mm Pistol, live rounds, one mobile phone with two SIMs and one Bajaj Pulsar motorcycle were recovered from their possession
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October - 13 
The Assam Tribune reports that under pressure of the North-Eastern States, the Government of India is likely to renew its plea to Myanmar to bust the camps operated by militants of the region. India is preparing to host the biggest-ever official del
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The Assam Tribune reports that under pressure of the North-Eastern States, the Government of India is likely to renew its plea to Myanmar to bust the camps operated by militants of the region. India is preparing to host the biggest-ever official delegation of Myanmar led by President U Thein Sein. The delegation which includes at least 13 senior ministers comprises Minister Border Affairs, Foreign Minister, and Chief of General Staff of Army. A number of agreements are likely to be signed when the two sides formally meet on October 14 (today). Top on the agenda are discussion on cooperation on fighting the militant groups, cross-border infrastructure projects, improvement of border connectivity between Myanmar and North-Eastern States, development of border trade and bilateral trade ties. Sources said India is, however, likely to press for sustained operations against the militant outfits operating out of the border areas of the country. Several of the militant outfits including National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K), United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB), besides People’s Liberation Army (PLA), United National Liberation Front (UNLF), and People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), among others, maintain and operate bases in that country. The Myanmar Army had recently mounted an operation against the militant outfits and destroyed some camps belonging to NSCN-K, where ULFA had stationed their cadres.
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October - 13 
The General Officer Commanding (GOC, Victor Force) Major General Gurdeep Singh said that the October 12 killing of HM ‘district commander’ Mushtaq alias Mushtaq Killer is a big success for the SFs in the Ganderbal District. The GOC said that Mushtaq
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The General Officer Commanding (GOC, Victor Force) Major General Gurdeep Singh said that the October 12 killing of HM ‘district commander’ Mushtaq alias Mushtaq Killer is a big success for the SFs in the Ganderbal District. The GOC said that Mushtaq was involved in the killing of 31 civilians and was longest surviving militant in Kashmir. The GOC further said that there are 7-8 militants still operating in the Ganderbal District. He said that the recently killed Pashto speaking militants were from Pakistan and not Afghanistan. He denied their Taliban links.
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October - 13 
The Hindu reports that armed cadres of the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) shot dead former Samata Party District president and Janata Dal-United (JD-U) leader, Santan Singh (65) at Barem village under Nabinagar block of Aurangabad Distr
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The Hindu reports that armed cadres of the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) shot dead former Samata Party District president and Janata Dal-United (JD-U) leader, Santan Singh (65) at Barem village under Nabinagar block of Aurangabad District on October 13. Village sources said as Singh was returning to his house around 11pm [local time] when around 20-25 armed Maoists intercepted him and forcibly took him away to a place named Sone Nad in the village itself and then shot him from point blank range.
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October - 13 
The Times of India reports that the surrender and rehabilitation process for the Naxals (Left-Wing Extremists) in Karnataka, which was inaugurated with much fanfare by then Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa a year ago, has hit a road block with the Stat
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The Times of India reports that the surrender and rehabilitation process for the Naxals (Left-Wing Extremists) in Karnataka, which was inaugurated with much fanfare by then Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa a year ago, has hit a road block with the State Government showing little interest in its implementation. The Government has exhibited its discriminatory nature by extending more benefits to some Maoist leaders.
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October - 13 
The United Naga Council (UNC) has begun its mobilization in `Naga areas` in Manipur regarding the `Alternative Arrangement` while asking the Nagas to remain prepared for any eventuality after October 19. On October 3, the UNC had threatened to agitat
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The United Naga Council (UNC) has begun its mobilization in `Naga areas` in Manipur regarding the `Alternative Arrangement` while asking the Nagas to remain prepared for any eventuality after October 19. On October 3, the UNC had threatened to agitate in the manner it had violently resorted in 2010, if the demand for the `alternative arrangement` outside the Government of Manipur is not done within 20 days counting from September 29. The UNC said it had communicated with New Delhi on September 29 in connection with the `alternative arrangement` for the Nagas in Manipur.
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October - 13 
Unidentified militants on October 13 killed James Dimasa alias Pronit Haflongbar (31), leader of surrendered militant group Dima Halam Daogah-James (DHD-James), at Topodisa in Dima Hasao District, reports MSN. Dimasa had formed the DHD-James faction
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Unidentified militants on October 13 killed James Dimasa alias Pronit Haflongbar (31), leader of surrendered militant group Dima Halam Daogah-James (DHD-James), at Topodisa in Dima Hasao District, reports MSN. Dimasa had formed the DHD-James faction after breaking away from the Black Widow in 2009 and later surrendered in the same year.
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October - 13 
A United States (US) drone strike on October 13 (today) destroyed a militant compound in Dandey Darpakhel village, some seven kilometres north of Miranshah, the main town in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) killin
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A United States (US) drone strike on October 13 (today) destroyed a militant compound in Dandey Darpakhel village, some seven kilometres north of Miranshah, the main town in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) killing four militants, reported Dawn. “The US drone fired two missiles. Four militants were killed in the attack,” a Pakistani security official said.
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October - 13 
Four NATO oil tankers were set on fire by unidentified militants in Shikarpur District.
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Four NATO oil tankers were set on fire by unidentified militants in Shikarpur District.
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October - 13 
It has come to light that the four militants who were killed in a (US) drone strike on October 13 in Dandey Darpakhel village in North Waziristan Agency belonged to the al Qaeda-linked Haqqani Network. According to details, one of them was a ‘logisti
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It has come to light that the four militants who were killed in a (US) drone strike on October 13 in Dandey Darpakhel village in North Waziristan Agency belonged to the al Qaeda-linked Haqqani Network. According to details, one of them was a ‘logistics commander’, identified as Jamil Haqqani.
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October - 13 
Jama’at-Ulma-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman on October 13 said that the United States (US) eyes Pakistan's atomic programme, The News reported. Maulana said US is playing Haqqani card to destabilize Pakistan, adding, Quetta Shura ca
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Jama’at-Ulma-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman on October 13 said that the United States (US) eyes Pakistan's atomic programme, The News reported. Maulana said US is playing Haqqani card to destabilize Pakistan, adding, Quetta Shura card can also surface within few days. The US wants dialogue with Taliban while action against the Haqqani group. Haqqanis are a part of the Taliban, JUI Chief said, adding, US is against our atomic programme.
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October - 13 
Police averted two terror attacks in Islamabad by timely arresting four alleged terrorists and seized huge cache of weapons including kalashnikovs, pistols, guns, telescopes, ammunition and two cars from their possession on October 13, reported Daily
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Police averted two terror attacks in Islamabad by timely arresting four alleged terrorists and seized huge cache of weapons including kalashnikovs, pistols, guns, telescopes, ammunition and two cars from their possession on October 13, reported Daily Times. The Police nabbed four alleged terrorists and recovered eight SMG guns, nine 12-bore repeaters, 17 30-bore pistols, two machine gun pistols, five telescopes, two telescopes push 30-bore, 43 magazines and 16,420 rounds when they were trying to enter the city. According to details, a special team was performing duty at Police picket near Sadat Colony when they stopped a suspected car (STL-7755) coming from Peshawar District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province for checking and recovered huge quantity of weapons concealed in the hidden cavities of the car. Two occupants of car were identified as Muhammad Ibrahim and Muhammad Ismail. In addition, a Police team of Crime Investigation Agency (CIA) was performing duty at Toll Plaza in the limits of Tarnol Police Station when it another car (LHU-252) for checking and recovered huge quantity of weapons and ammunition from it. Two persons riding this car identified as Shah Zen and Rafique , residents of Darra Adamkhel town in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Kohat District were arrested.
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October - 13 
Police found an unidentified dead body of a man bearing torture marks from Lyari River near Essa Nagri within the jurisdiction of PIB Police Station.
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Police found an unidentified dead body of a man bearing torture marks from Lyari River near Essa Nagri within the jurisdiction of PIB Police Station.
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October - 13 
Police recovered two dumped hand grenades from Patel Para within the precincts of Jamshed Town Police. According to police and bomb disposal squad (BDS) officials, two hand grenades, concealed in a garbage bin near Adwani Building, were recovered on
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Police recovered two dumped hand grenades from Patel Para within the precincts of Jamshed Town Police. According to police and bomb disposal squad (BDS) officials, two hand grenades, concealed in a garbage bin near Adwani Building, were recovered on information of the locals. The grenades were of Russian-make.
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October - 13 
Security Forces (SFs) raided the house of an Afghan militant, Hamza, in Grangi area of Mohmand Agency and killed him in an exchange of fire. In addition, they also besieged Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) Muhammad Ali`s house and adjoining hujra
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Security Forces (SFs) raided the house of an Afghan militant, Hamza, in Grangi area of Mohmand Agency and killed him in an exchange of fire. In addition, they also besieged Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) Muhammad Ali`s house and adjoining hujra (guesthouse), conducted a search of the premises and arrested six suspects wanted by Law-Enforcement Agencies for criminal activities. The arrested men were shifted to an undisclosed location for interrogation.
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October - 13 
Sindh Rangers claimed to have arrested eleven suspects besides recovering weapons from their possession in separate raids conducted in Karachi. According to Rangers officials, two persons were detained from Gadap Town while one more was arrested near
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Sindh Rangers claimed to have arrested eleven suspects besides recovering weapons from their possession in separate raids conducted in Karachi. According to Rangers officials, two persons were detained from Gadap Town while one more was arrested near Piyala Hotel, North Nazimabad.
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October - 13 
Six militants - two Afghans and four locals - were killed in a United States (US) drone attack on a militant outpost on a hill in Zeba Mountain close to the Afghan border in South Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on Oct
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Six militants - two Afghans and four locals - were killed in a United States (US) drone attack on a militant outpost on a hill in Zeba Mountain close to the Afghan border in South Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 13, reports Dawn. According to sources, the militants were using the outpost to keep an eye on the movement of NATO and Afghan troops at their forward base in Machadad Kot area in Paktika province of Afghanistan.
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October - 13 
The United States (US) was not sincere about peace in Afghanistan when it signalled it would remain open to exploring a settlement that includes the Haqqani Network, one of the group’s senior ‘commanders’ said on October 13, Dawn reported. Earlier,
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The United States (US) was not sincere about peace in Afghanistan when it signalled it would remain open to exploring a settlement that includes the Haqqani Network, one of the group’s senior ‘commanders’ said on October 13, Dawn reported. Earlier, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton suggested that Washington would not shut the door to the Haqqanis in any peace arrangement. The Haqqanis saw the remarks as an attempt to divide Afghan militant groups and believed only the top leaders of the Taliban should negotiate, said the ‘commander’. “We had rejected many such offers from the US in the past and reject this new offer as we are not authorised to decide the future of Afghanistan,” added the ‘Commander’.In addition, the senior Haqqani ‘commander’ denied that Jamil Haqqani, who was killed in a drone attack on October 13, had links with the group. However, an Intelligence Officer said that Jamil was a Sirajuddin Haqqani’s cousin and highly trusted companion. He had been with the Haqqani group for a long time and was tasked with handling communications. However, earlier in September, 2011, Sirajuddin Haqqani said that his group felt secure enough to operate freely in Afghanistan and had no need of safe havens in Pakistan. He said that his group would take part in peace talks, but only if the Afghan Taliban did so as well. “The Haqqani Network is part of Taliban and it cannot hold any separate talks,” he said, adds Daily Times.
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October - 13 
Three tankers carrying fuel for NATO forces in Afghanistan were completely destroyed in two bomb explosions in Landikotal town of Khyber Agency. A local militant group, Abdullah Ezzam Brigade (AEB), claimed responsibility for both the attacks and war
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Three tankers carrying fuel for NATO forces in Afghanistan were completely destroyed in two bomb explosions in Landikotal town of Khyber Agency. A local militant group, Abdullah Ezzam Brigade (AEB), claimed responsibility for both the attacks and warned transporters to stop carrying NATO supplies to prevent attacks.
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October - 13 
Two boys, identified as Amanullah and Abdullah, out of a group of at least two dozen, managed to escape Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan’s (TTP) custody and return home more than 40 days after being abducted, reports Express Tribune. The boys were abducted
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Two boys, identified as Amanullah and Abdullah, out of a group of at least two dozen, managed to escape Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan’s (TTP) custody and return home more than 40 days after being abducted, reports Express Tribune. The boys were abducted on September 1, 2011, after they crossed the border into Afghanistan, from the Ghakhi area in Mohmand tehsil (revenue unit) of Bajaur Agency. TTP had claimed responsibility for the abduction. Earlier, the TTP demanded the release of all their comrades imprisoned in Pakistan. The abductors, who are keeping the boys captive in Afghanistan’s eastern Kunar province, also asked Bajaur tribesmen to disband all anti-Taliban private militias and end support for the Government in return for their release. Several jirgas (councils) convened by tribal elders for the safe recovery of abducted boys, have not succeeded so far.
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October - 13 
Two militants, identified as Naeem and Kashif, were killed Security Forces (SFs) in a raid of a house in Bhai Korona area in Shabqadar tehsil (revenue unit) of Charsadda District on October 13, reported Dawn.
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Two militants, identified as Naeem and Kashif, were killed Security Forces (SFs) in a raid of a house in Bhai Korona area in Shabqadar tehsil (revenue unit) of Charsadda District on October 13, reported Dawn.
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October - 13 
Two people were killed in target killings in different parts of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh on October 13, reports Daily Times. A private bank employee, identified as Salam, was shot dead at Maymar Morr within the limits of Gulshan-e-May
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Two people were killed in target killings in different parts of Karachi, the provincial capital of Sindh on October 13, reports Daily Times. A private bank employee, identified as Salam, was shot dead at Maymar Morr within the limits of Gulshan-e-Maymar Police Station.
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October - 13 
Unknown armed militants abducted a former union council naib nazim, identified as Mehrab Muhammad Ali and his colleague, Muhammad Hassani from Surab Bazaar of Kalat District at gunpoint on October 13, reported Daily Times.
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Unknown armed militants abducted a former union council naib nazim, identified as Mehrab Muhammad Ali and his colleague, Muhammad Hassani from Surab Bazaar of Kalat District at gunpoint on October 13, reported Daily Times.
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October - 13 
Abadesh Kumar Jha, Inaruwa correspondent of Kantipur Daily received death threat on October 13. The owner of the mobile phone, from which the threat call was made, said that one of his friends had used his phone to talk with journalist Jha, but he di
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Abadesh Kumar Jha, Inaruwa correspondent of Kantipur Daily received death threat on October 13. The owner of the mobile phone, from which the threat call was made, said that one of his friends had used his phone to talk with journalist Jha, but he did not know why his friend issued the death threat to Jha.
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October - 13 
A special tribunal in Brahmanbaria District sentenced six militants of the banned Islamist outfit Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) to various terms of imprisonment in four separate cases on October 13, Daily Star reported. The convicts w
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A special tribunal in Brahmanbaria District sentenced six militants of the banned Islamist outfit Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) to various terms of imprisonment in four separate cases on October 13, Daily Star reported. The convicts were identified as Shamsul Islam Mollah, , Musa Miah, Maulana Hedayetullah, Saiful Islam Sajib alias Saifullah ,Jamal Miah and Mizanur Rahman. They were arrested on April 13, 2008 in the District town along with cocktails and bomb-making materials.
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October - 14 
16 SF personnel were injured in stone-pelting by protesters agitating against an alleged blasphemous comment made by a professor in Bhaderwah town of Doda District, reports PTI. Protests were held after president of Anjuman Islamia, Shahid Hussain, g
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16 SF personnel were injured in stone-pelting by protesters agitating against an alleged blasphemous comment made by a professor in Bhaderwah town of Doda District, reports PTI. Protests were held after president of Anjuman Islamia, Shahid Hussain, got injured in communal clashes triggered by the comment on October 12. Police later resorted to tear-gas shells to disperse the mob, injuring two civilians. Four persons, including three college students, were injured in communal clashes on October 12, triggered after a professor allegedly made a blasphemous comment during a college lecture in Doda District.
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October - 14 
A gun battle broke out between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and Security Forces (SFs) near Bandugaon forest under Salekasa tehsil (revenue unit) in Gondia District in the morning of October 14, reports Hindustan Times. The
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A gun battle broke out between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres and Security Forces (SFs) near Bandugaon forest under Salekasa tehsil (revenue unit) in Gondia District in the morning of October 14, reports Hindustan Times. The encounter occurred around 8.00 am [local time] when troopers of the C-60, who were patrolling in Bandugaon forest, were suddenly attacked by the hiding Maoists. It is said that armed Maoist cadres, numbering around 50-60 of three dalams (squads) of the region, including Salekasa dalam were involved in the encounter. "No one on the Police side was injured in the encounter," informed Chandrashekhar Meena, the District Police Superintendent. Meena claimed that at least half a dozen Naxalites were injured in the encounter. "Maoists might have carried away their bodies," said Meena, adding that huge arms, ammunition, and few sets of walkie-talkies were seized from the site.
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October - 14 
A Mini Primary Health Centre (MPHC) closed recently following an Extortion demand of INR 200,000 by National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) at Rowta in Udalguri District, reports The Sentinel.
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A Mini Primary Health Centre (MPHC) closed recently following an Extortion demand of INR 200,000 by National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) at Rowta in Udalguri District, reports The Sentinel.
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October - 14 
Armed Maoists burned a JCB machine of private road-construction company at Jardeji village in Gaya District on October 14. Over 25 armed Maoists raided the office of Magadh Construction Private Ltd engaged in construction of roads and burnt the machi
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Armed Maoists burned a JCB machine of private road-construction company at Jardeji village in Gaya District on October 14. Over 25 armed Maoists raided the office of Magadh Construction Private Ltd engaged in construction of roads and burnt the machine, sources said. They later managed to flee.
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October - 14 
At least two people were injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in a house at Harmoti village in Lakhimpur District on October 14, reports The Hindustan Times.
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At least two people were injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in a house at Harmoti village in Lakhimpur District on October 14, reports The Hindustan Times.
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October - 14 
Four top Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested during raids at Teliadih village by Jhajha Government Railway Police (GRP) personnel in Jamui District in the night of October 14, reports Zee News. The arrested cadres were i
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Four top Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested during raids at Teliadih village by Jhajha Government Railway Police (GRP) personnel in Jamui District in the night of October 14, reports Zee News. The arrested cadres were identified as Anil Ravida, Fago Ravidas, Raghuvir Ravidas and Anil Ravidas. The four were wanted in connection with the killing of a GRP personnel and injuring two others, besides looting their rifles at Narganjo under Jhajha GRP in 2005, Superintendent of Railway Police (Jamalpur) A P Srivastava said.
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October - 14 
Four traders of Giridih were abducted by suspected Maoists in Nawada District, reports IBN Live. Karu Shaw, Hira Shaw, Meghan Shaw and Ajay Choudhary had gone to Kauakol in Nawada District when the Maoists abducted them.
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Four traders of Giridih were abducted by suspected Maoists in Nawada District, reports IBN Live. Karu Shaw, Hira Shaw, Meghan Shaw and Ajay Choudhary had gone to Kauakol in Nawada District when the Maoists abducted them.
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October - 14 
Hills Tiger Force (HTF) militants set ablaze eight huts in a Dimasa village of Chota Langren located 10 kilometers from Haflong in Dima Hasao District, reports The Telegraph. HTF also took responsibility for the killing of Dima Halim Daogah (DHD-Jame
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Hills Tiger Force (HTF) militants set ablaze eight huts in a Dimasa village of Chota Langren located 10 kilometers from Haflong in Dima Hasao District, reports The Telegraph. HTF also took responsibility for the killing of Dima Halim Daogah (DHD-James) leader James Dimasa on October 13 in Haflong. Lunneh Kuki, information and publicity secretary of HTF, said, “We, the Hills Tiger Force, have shot James Dimasa and burnt one Dimasa village to protest against the move of the government to sign a peace pact with the DHD outfits in the name of peace in NC Hills.” According to the Dima Hasao Additional Superintendent of Police (Headquarters), S.S. Panesar, nobody was injured in the attack, as the militants had not targeted the villagers. Further, a Police official said, “We think the outfit has cadres hailing from neighbouring Nagaland and Manipur”.
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October - 14 
IBN Live reports that two suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested and INR 180,000 seized from them in Garhwa District on October 14. A Police team laid a trap to arrest Surendra Yadav and Sanju Ram after being tipp
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IBN Live reports that two suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres were arrested and INR 180,000 seized from them in Garhwa District on October 14. A Police team laid a trap to arrest Surendra Yadav and Sanju Ram after being tipped off that the duo were returning from Ranka to Garhwa. On interrogation, the Police said, the duo admitted that they went to a place to collect the extortion money. A pistol, two bullets and Maoist literature were also allegedly recovered from their possession.
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October - 14 
Security Forces (SF) recovered a consignment of ammunition and explosives from Khanetar Top in Poonch District. Recoveries made from the hideout included 240 AK rounds, five AK magazines, two RPG rocket shells, one rocket booster, two hand grenades,
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Security Forces (SF) recovered a consignment of ammunition and explosives from Khanetar Top in Poonch District. Recoveries made from the hideout included 240 AK rounds, five AK magazines, two RPG rocket shells, one rocket booster, two hand grenades, one Chinese grenade, one UBGL grenade, one wireless antenna, one battery wireless set, one pithoo bag and three Nokia mobile telephone chargers.
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October - 14 
Security Forces (SFs) on October 14 recovered an Improvised explosive device (IED) weighing around 4 kilograms at Kukurkata in Goalpara District along the Assam-Meghalaya border, reports The Telegraph. Police suspect that the explosives were meant fo
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Security Forces (SFs) on October 14 recovered an Improvised explosive device (IED) weighing around 4 kilograms at Kukurkata in Goalpara District along the Assam-Meghalaya border, reports The Telegraph. Police suspect that the explosives were meant for the Garo hills-based Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants. SFs further arrested a GNLA linkman identified as Pulnam Sangma, who was carrying the consignment.
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October - 14 
SFs also arrested one Kangleipak Communist Party - Military Council (KCP-MC) cadre, identified as Shamchatshaban Pradip alias Pandit Singh (26), from Uchon Mayai Leikai in Imphal East District and recovered one USA made .9mm pistol which was loaded w
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SFs also arrested one Kangleipak Communist Party - Military Council (KCP-MC) cadre, identified as Shamchatshaban Pradip alias Pandit Singh (26), from Uchon Mayai Leikai in Imphal East District and recovered one USA made .9mm pistol which was loaded with three live rounds.
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October - 14 
The Anti-Talks Faction of ULFA (ULFA-ATF) demanded an explanation from Pro-Talks Faction of ULFA (ULFA-PTF) ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa regarding his recent commitment to ailing singer Bhupen Hazarika in Mumbai that a “pact” on the vexed Assam issue
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The Anti-Talks Faction of ULFA (ULFA-ATF) demanded an explanation from Pro-Talks Faction of ULFA (ULFA-PTF) ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa regarding his recent commitment to ailing singer Bhupen Hazarika in Mumbai that a “pact” on the vexed Assam issue would be signed with the Centre by next year, reports The Telegraph. ULFA-ATF ‘central publicity chief ‘Arunodoi Dohotia said, “After so many pacts involving the Northeast and Jammu and Kashmir turning out to be worth naught in the past, ULFA does not believe in any more treaties. Neither can independence be any kind of a pact. It is not for a pact or treaty that ULFA has waged a rebellion for the last 32 years, during which over 13,000 people laid down their lives.” Further Dohotia said, “It appears that Rajkhowa, who is on bail, is adopting an initiative towards a compromise and ULFA is not party to it. After so many sacrifices, ULFA cannot afford to let down people’s expectations, The All Assam Students Union (AASU) and the Assam Jatiyatabadi Yuva Chatra Parishad (AJYCP) have been fighting for the state’s problems from a time when ULFA was not born and now an individual, Akhil Gogoi, is taking over the reins to fight for the cause of the state. But they have always been taking up their demands with the Centre. ULFA was not born to take up Assam’s issues with the Indian government. A pact with the Centre will defeat the very purpose of raising the outfit which we will never approve of.”
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October - 14 
The Central Government has refused general amnesty to top militant leaders belonging to the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) and asked the both DHD-Jewel and DHD-Nunisa factions to sort out differences. Both factions of the outfit held back-to-back negotiatio
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The Central Government has refused general amnesty to top militant leaders belonging to the Dima Halim Daogah (DHD) and asked the both DHD-Jewel and DHD-Nunisa factions to sort out differences. Both factions of the outfit held back-to-back negotiations with the central government for the first time. Dilip Nunisa and his team held talks on October 13 while Niranjan Hojai and Jewel Gorlosa spoke to the Union Home Ministry officials on October 14. DHD-Nunisa is unsatisfied with the progress of the talks. Dilip Nunisa said, “We are not happy.” Although DHD-Nunisa has scaled down its demand for a separate state, it is seeking the transfer of some 90-odd villages in Karbi Anglong and Nagaon Districts to be transferred to the Dima Hasao area. The Centre, however, refused to concede to the demand.
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October - 14 
The Hindu reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed an abducted farmer of Tadgaon in Bhamragad of Gadchiroli District on October 14, suspecting him to be a Police informer. “Pandu Bodka Kowase, 38, was abducted on Oc
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The Hindu reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed an abducted farmer of Tadgaon in Bhamragad of Gadchiroli District on October 14, suspecting him to be a Police informer. “Pandu Bodka Kowase, 38, was abducted on October 12,” Superintendent of Police Viresh Prabhu said. Around 10-12 Maoists barged into his house and took him away and later killed him. The dead body was recovered from the Tadgaon-Dudepalli road, the Police said.
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October - 14 
The Pioneer reports that Human rights activist and former Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, A Vasu and five others were taken into custody by Thrissur Police on October 14 on suspicion of Maoist connections as intelligence reports s
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The Pioneer reports that Human rights activist and former Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, A Vasu and five others were taken into custody by Thrissur Police on October 14 on suspicion of Maoist connections as intelligence reports speak of reorganization of Left Wing Extremists in the State’s tribal areas. They were released after six hours of questioning and intervention by leading rights workers of Kerala. The Thrissur East Town Police took Vasu, known popularly as Gro Vasu, and his associates into custody at about 6.00 am on October 14 from a rest-house, as they were returning after a visit to the house of Rupesh, said to be an activist with inter-State Maoist connections. The others held with Vasu were identified as Gopal, Balagopal, Sugathan, Haridas and Ajayan.
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October - 14 
The State Government has asked Director General of Police (DGP) K Subramaniam whether the Andhra Pradesh model of tackling Naxal [Left wing Extremism] menace could be adopted in the State, reports IBN Live. A presentation on the Naxal problem was mad
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The State Government has asked Director General of Police (DGP) K Subramaniam whether the Andhra Pradesh model of tackling Naxal [Left wing Extremism] menace could be adopted in the State, reports IBN Live. A presentation on the Naxal problem was made by the State Home Department before Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan in which the Andhra model of identifying targets, while tackling the menace was discussed, sources in the Home Department said. At present, four Central reserve Police Force (CRPF), one Combat Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) and one C-60 commando battalion, have been posted along with 3,000 District Police Force in the Naxal infested areas of the State,.
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October - 14 
The Telegraph reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested one cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on October 14 from Sadiya in Tinsukia District along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border. With this, at least 18 Maoist rebels were
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The Telegraph reports that Security Forces (SFs) arrested one cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on October 14 from Sadiya in Tinsukia District along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border. With this, at least 18 Maoist rebels were arrested in Tinsukia District alone in the past month which has triggered speculation among SFs that the Leftist rebel group is trying to fill the void created by United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) in Upper Assam. “What is worrying is that most of these arrested persons are ethnic Assamese youths. A few of them have received training in Jharkhand and Manipur,” a senior Police officer said. The officer said at least five youths who were arrested had received training in Jharkhand and two were trained by the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) in Manipur.
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October - 14 
Times of India reports that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) issued a threat to the sitting Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) of Dimapur, Azheto Zhimomi, for "his act of open defiance and abuse of the outfit". Accordin
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Times of India reports that the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) issued a threat to the sitting Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) of Dimapur, Azheto Zhimomi, for "his act of open defiance and abuse of the outfit". According to the statement by NSCN-K, Zhimomi, who is also a timber businessman, was requested by the outfit to "clear pending annual revenue accounts of his firm". In response, he invited a NSCN-K cadre, Hemail Sumi, to his official residence in Thahekhu village, Dimapur, to finalize the balance of accounts, accordingly, the cadre, as per the given appointment, went to Azheto's residence. "However, to his surprise, Azheto Zhimomi, along with members of NSCN (Khole-Kitovi) was standing at the gate and apprehended Hemail Sumi there itself," the statement alleged, adding, "with the directions of Azheto Zhimomi, Hemail Sumi was whisked away and is still being held in confinement by the NSCN (Khole-Kitovi) at the Khehoi camp."
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October - 14 
Unidentified militants shot dead a small tea grower, Kamakhya Hazarika at his own residence at Bismile Betmola under Chabua Police station in Dibrugarh District on October 14, reports The Sentinel.
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Unidentified militants shot dead a small tea grower, Kamakhya Hazarika at his own residence at Bismile Betmola under Chabua Police station in Dibrugarh District on October 14, reports The Sentinel.
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October - 14 
A suspected militant was killed in an encounter with Police near Manzoor Shaheed Police post in Sarband area of Peshawar. Four to five militants armed with automatic weapons attacked a patrolling party of the Sarband Police at around 3:30pm [local ti
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A suspected militant was killed in an encounter with Police near Manzoor Shaheed Police post in Sarband area of Peshawar. Four to five militants armed with automatic weapons attacked a patrolling party of the Sarband Police at around 3:30pm [local time], but the Police escaped. However, he said that one militant was killed in the ensuing encounter with Police and his other accomplices escaped.
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October - 14 
An influential United States (US) think-tank urged the Obama administration on October 14 to freeze its aid to Pakistan until the country took actions against perpetrators of the September 13, 2011, US Embassy attack in Kabul and helped shut down the
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An influential United States (US) think-tank urged the Obama administration on October 14 to freeze its aid to Pakistan until the country took actions against perpetrators of the September 13, 2011, US Embassy attack in Kabul and helped shut down the Haqqani Network, Dawn reported. The Heritage Foundation, often used by former US President George W. Bush to announce foreign policy decisions, also asked the administration to back Congress on conditioning all US aid to Pakistan on certain counter-terrorism benchmarks. But the report warned that while this would be “a welcome tactic, it may be insufficient”. The foundation demanded that the Obama administration designate the Haqqani network a Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO). The report also proposed establishing a Congressional Commission to oversee US relations with Pakistan. “Congress should investigate Pakistan’s role in fomenting the insurgency in Afghanistan and the extent to which its actions were preventing the US and NATO from achieving their security objectives in the region,” the report added. The foundation also advised the Obama administration to step up drone attacks inside Pakistan. It pointed out that increased tempo in drone strikes in Pakistan’s tribal areas had severely downgraded the al Qaeda leadership and disrupted its ability to attack the US. “Washington should pursue the same kind of aggressive drone campaign against the Haqqani Network,” the report demanded.
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October - 14 
Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) defused an explosive device weighing around five kilograms planted outside a mosque in Tarakai area of Bannu District. Police said that Member of National Assembly (MNA) Usman Tarakai, Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) Jav
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Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) defused an explosive device weighing around five kilograms planted outside a mosque in Tarakai area of Bannu District. Police said that Member of National Assembly (MNA) Usman Tarakai, Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) Javed Tarakai and former District nazim Shahram Tarakai were the target of the attack. It was reported that two militants placed a bomb at a mosque adjacent to the house of the Tarakais on October 14.
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October - 14 
Daily Times reports that the attack on a compound in South Waziristan Agency on October 14 that claimed the lives of at least three suspected militants was the 300th drone attack carried out by the US in the Pakistan’s tribal region, according to a r
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Daily Times reports that the attack on a compound in South Waziristan Agency on October 14 that claimed the lives of at least three suspected militants was the 300th drone attack carried out by the US in the Pakistan’s tribal region, according to a report by an independent London-based group of investigative journalists. The report released on October 15 by Bureau of Investigative Journalism has mentioned varying figures about the casualties in the attacks as it says that at least 2,318 people and a maximum of 2,912 people, the majority of them alleged militants, have been killed in these attacks. Between 386 and 775 civilians, including 173 children, were killed in the 300 drone attacks since June 17, 2004. The report says between 1,141 and 1,225 persons were injured. Of the 300 drone strikes since June 17, 2004, it says, 248 occurred during President Barack Obama’s first three years, rising to a frequency of almost one strike every four days.
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October - 14 
In its third attack in the last two days, a US drone fired two missiles and killed four terrorists in Darpakhel village, four kilometres west of Miranshah, in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 14, report
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In its third attack in the last two days, a US drone fired two missiles and killed four terrorists in Darpakhel village, four kilometres west of Miranshah, in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 14, reported Daily Times. The identities of the militants were not clear, but the village is a stronghold for militants fighting against US troops in Afghanistan. Pakistani officials reported that10 militants were killed in two US drone strikes on October 13.
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October - 14 
Pakistan Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar and United States (US) Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan Marc Grossman on October 14 agreed to strengthen the dialogue process for peace and security in the region and at global level, rep
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Pakistan Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar and United States (US) Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan Marc Grossman on October 14 agreed to strengthen the dialogue process for peace and security in the region and at global level, reported Daily Times. Addressing a joint press conference at the Foreign Office, Khar and Grossman said that they have discussed bilateral relations with special reference to Afghanistan. Both sides agreed to continue their dialogue process and vowed to carry on strategic dialogue mechanism as it is in the interest of both the countries. Khar said the forthcoming peace conferences, scheduled in Istanbul (Turkey) on November 2, 2011 and in Bonn (Germany) on December 5, 2011 were also discussed and Pakistan assured that it want to play important and constructive role in these conferences to ensure peace and security in the region.Meanwhile, President Asif Ali Zardari said that relations between Pakistan and US must not be transactional, and stressed for a long-term partnership based on mutual respect and shared interests.
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October - 14 
Pakistan Medical Association Balochistan President Mazar Baloch and his companion were shot and injured by assailants near Masjid Road in Quetta.
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Pakistan Medical Association Balochistan President Mazar Baloch and his companion were shot and injured by assailants near Masjid Road in Quetta.
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October - 14 
Police and Frontier Constabulary (FC) conducted a joint operation in Godhra Colony on October 14 and demolished the offices of two religious organisations, Sunni Tehreek (ST) and Ahl-e-Sunnat Wal Jama’at (ASWJ), reports Daily Times. Over 500 security
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Police and Frontier Constabulary (FC) conducted a joint operation in Godhra Colony on October 14 and demolished the offices of two religious organisations, Sunni Tehreek (ST) and Ahl-e-Sunnat Wal Jama’at (ASWJ), reports Daily Times. Over 500 security personnel raided Godhra area, demolished the offices of ST and (ASWJ), formerly known as Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), and confiscated the literature and other stuffs. However, no arms and ammunition were recovered. A minor resistance was also offered by the residents against the operation as a number of residents, including women and children, took to the streets and tried to halt the operation. Godhra Colony area has a history of sectarian violence as about two-dozen people have lost their lives during armed clashes between the people belonging to Deoband and Barelvi communities this year. Over half dozen suspects of both organisations are allegedly involved in cases of target killings and extortion.
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October - 14 
Police foiled a sabotage bid by defusing two homemade bombs on the outskirts of the Lakki city in Lakki Marwat District. Police found two tins filled with explosives and called in Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) to defuse them.
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Police foiled a sabotage bid by defusing two homemade bombs on the outskirts of the Lakki city in Lakki Marwat District. Police found two tins filled with explosives and called in Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) to defuse them.
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October - 14 
Provincial Minister and Chief of Jalawan, Sardar Sanaullah Zehri, managed to escape an explosion near Surab area while he was on his way to Khuzdar District from Kalat District. Baloch Liberation Front (BLF) claimed responsibility for the attack on t
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Provincial Minister and Chief of Jalawan, Sardar Sanaullah Zehri, managed to escape an explosion near Surab area while he was on his way to Khuzdar District from Kalat District. Baloch Liberation Front (BLF) claimed responsibility for the attack on the provincial minister. However, he remained unhurt in the attack as the device exploded a few minutes before the convoy went by. BLF spokesperson, Duda Baloch, said that they would target Sardar Sanaullah Zehri again.
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October - 14 
The identity of the three militants, among four, killed in October 14 US drone missile strike in Darpakhel village, four kilometres west of Miranshah, in North Waziristan Agency was disclosed on October 16. Out of the four militants killed in the st
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The identity of the three militants, among four, killed in October 14 US drone missile strike in Darpakhel village, four kilometres west of Miranshah, in North Waziristan Agency was disclosed on October 16. Out of the four militants killed in the strike three were Egyptians linked to the Haqqani Network. One militant was identified as Abdullah, who played a key role in handling the militant group’s finances in Pakistan and Afghanistan. In addition, an Afghan Taliban commander said that another militant killed in the strike was identified as Ahmed Omar Abdel Rahman, the son of a blind Egyptian cleric Sheikh Omar Abdel Rahman, serving a life sentence in the US since 1995 for plotting to attack New York City landmarks. Ahmed Omar had been living in a village in North Waziristan for the past three years and encouraged the TTP militants to halt its campaign against the Islamabad Government and help the Afghan Taliban in their fight against the US-led NATO forces in Afghanistan. A fourth militant who was also killed has not been identified.
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October - 14 
Three people were injured when armed militants attacked a convoy of NATO tankers in Mianghundi area near Quetta on October 14, reports Daily Times. According to a Police official, the tankers were carrying fuel and goods for NATO forces in Afghanista
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Three people were injured when armed militants attacked a convoy of NATO tankers in Mianghundi area near Quetta on October 14, reports Daily Times. According to a Police official, the tankers were carrying fuel and goods for NATO forces in Afghanistan when some unidentified armed militants opened fire on them. Resultantly, three drivers received bullet injuries and an oil tanker was partially damaged. The injured have been identified as Nasar Hiyat, Atiqur Rehman and Umer Daraz.
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October - 14 
Two civilians, identified as Mahmod Khan and Amir Zaman, were killed and six others injured when four mortar shells fired from Afghanistan hit a mosque during Friday prayers in Kharkai village of Lower Dir District on October 14, reported Dawn. The i
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Two civilians, identified as Mahmod Khan and Amir Zaman, were killed and six others injured when four mortar shells fired from Afghanistan hit a mosque during Friday prayers in Kharkai village of Lower Dir District on October 14, reported Dawn. The injured were identified as Tajamul Khan, Syed Ahmad, Umar Khan, Gul Akbar, Salim Khan and Akbar Ali.
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October - 14 
A District level leader of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) was arrested with an idol of archaeological importance on October 14. A police team of Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) arrested Gangaram Gole, a resident of Chapagaun
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A District level leader of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) was arrested with an idol of archaeological importance on October 14. A police team of Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) arrested Gangaram Gole, a resident of Chapagaun Lalitpur, in possession of the idol.
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October - 14 
An unofficial report said that the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) Head Quarter (HQ) located at Satcherri in Bangladesh had recently fallen to National Liberation front of Tripura (NLFT) following most of the remaining ATTF militants joining hands wit
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An unofficial report said that the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) Head Quarter (HQ) located at Satcherri in Bangladesh had recently fallen to National Liberation front of Tripura (NLFT) following most of the remaining ATTF militants joining hands with their rival-NLFT, reports Tripurainfo. In this regard, unofficial sources said, “The process began last year when ATTF suffered a vertical split with Sachindra Debbarma launching a coup against the president Ranjit Debbarma. Both the ATTF and NLFT were already suffering severe financial crisis and loss of manpower and hold following steady and continuous surrenders of top leaders and lower level cadres with arms”.
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October - 14 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel on October 14 arrested a cadre of the banned militant outfit Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) from Kamarbari area in Rajshahi District, Daily Star reported. The arrestee was identified as Motiar Rahman Bach
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel on October 14 arrested a cadre of the banned militant outfit Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) from Kamarbari area in Rajshahi District, Daily Star reported. The arrestee was identified as Motiar Rahman Bachchu.
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October - 15 
According to a belated report in News Jharkhand.com, suspected cadres of the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) ward member and his wife by slitting their throats in Lateh
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According to a belated report in News Jharkhand.com, suspected cadres of the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) ward member and his wife by slitting their throats in Latehar District on October 15. According to Police, Naresh Musi, a ward member of Balumath block (administrative unit) was abducted along with his wife Sarita Devi in the night of October 14 by the suspected Maoists. Their dead bodies were found near Korma village of Latehar District the following day.
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October - 15 
Daily Excelsior reports that, three days after seizing five kilogram of RDX that were suspected to have been meant for terror acts in Delhi, the special task force of Haryana Police on October 15 recovered a huge quantity of weapons from a vehicle ne
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Daily Excelsior reports that, three days after seizing five kilogram of RDX that were suspected to have been meant for terror acts in Delhi, the special task force of Haryana Police on October 15 recovered a huge quantity of weapons from a vehicle near a village on Ambala-Chandigarh road. Police recovered one .9 mm carbine, four .9 mm pistols, two country-made pistols of 315 bore, two magazines, nine cartridges of 315 bore pistols and 50 cartridges of .9 mm pistols. A team led by Sub Inspector Rajbir Singh arrested five persons identified as Mukesh, Ramphal, Sultan, Rajender and Dharmender, who belonged to Jind and Jhajjar Districts of Haryana, in connection with the weapons.
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October - 15 
Five Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, two of whom carrying reward on their heads, were arrested during a routine patrolling in the forest near Guttapal village in Narayanpur District on October 15, reports IBN Live. The arrested c
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Five Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, two of whom carrying reward on their heads, were arrested during a routine patrolling in the forest near Guttapal village in Narayanpur District on October 15, reports IBN Live. The arrested cadres were alleged to be members of Madenar Dalam (squad). One identified as Laxman was carrying a reward of INR 20,000 while the other identified as Aitu was carrying a reward of INR 17,000. The names of other three Maoists arrested were given as Rasul Darro, Phul Simh and Somnath. The Narayanpur Superintendent of Police Mayank Srivastava informed that the Police seized a rifle and live cartridges from them. They were wanted in various cases including killings and attempt to kill, he added.
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October - 15 
Holding that the recent seizure of RDX in Ambala, which could have unleashed havoc in New Delhi, was just "the tip of the iceberg", defence minister A K Antony on October 15 urged people to remain vigilant to thwart the nefarious designs of terrorist
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Holding that the recent seizure of RDX in Ambala, which could have unleashed havoc in New Delhi, was just "the tip of the iceberg", defence minister A K Antony on October 15 urged people to remain vigilant to thwart the nefarious designs of terrorists, reports Time of India."The Ambala incident is just the tip of iceberg. The present situation is very sensitive and delicate, and we have to be alert 24x7 along both the land borders and coastlines," said Antony. The minister urged the armed forces to maintain a strong vigil along the borders as the country was living in "a sensitive and dangerous" neighbourhood. As per intelligence reports here, there are still 34 "active" and eight "holding" terror-training camps operational across the border, which have India in their cross-hairs.
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October - 15 
Holding that the recent seizure of RDX in Ambala, which could have unleashed havoc in New Delhi, was just "the tip of the iceberg", Defence Minister A K Antony on October 15 urged people to remain vigilant to thwart the nefarious designs of terrorist
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Holding that the recent seizure of RDX in Ambala, which could have unleashed havoc in New Delhi, was just "the tip of the iceberg", Defence Minister A K Antony on October 15 urged people to remain vigilant to thwart the nefarious designs of terrorists. "The Ambala incident is just the tip of iceberg. The present situation is very sensitive and delicate, and we have to be alert 24x7 along both the land borders and coastlines," Antony said. Asked if the Government would ask Pakistan to take action against the various anti-Indian terror elements operating on its soil, the Minister said, "It's (Ambala) a very serious incident and we are inquiring about it. Very soon, the reports will come and then we will take action."
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October - 15 
In view of the general strike called by the Coordination Committee of KCP, Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL), People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), Progressive faction of PREPAK (PREPAK- Pro), Revolutionary People’s Front (RPF), UNLF and
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In view of the general strike called by the Coordination Committee of KCP, Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL), People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), Progressive faction of PREPAK (PREPAK- Pro), Revolutionary People’s Front (RPF), UNLF and United People`s Party of Kangleipak (UPPK) on October 15 (today), security measures have been beefed up in the entire valley area. The militant outfits have declared the day as ‘National Black Day’, in protest against the ‘forced annexation’ of Manipur in 1949.
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October - 15 
Jadhike Naishe Hasom (JNH), the apex body of the Dimasas in Dima Hasao, has called a 5am-to-5pm bandh (shut down strike) on October 15 in protest against the incidence.
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Jadhike Naishe Hasom (JNH), the apex body of the Dimasas in Dima Hasao, has called a 5am-to-5pm bandh (shut down strike) on October 15 in protest against the incidence.
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October - 15 
Maharashtra Government is planning to acquire an additional helicopter for air-lifting operations in the Naxal [Left Wing Extremism]-dominated areas of the State, reports IBN Live. State Home Minister R R Patil said that currently the State had only
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Maharashtra Government is planning to acquire an additional helicopter for air-lifting operations in the Naxal [Left Wing Extremism]-dominated areas of the State, reports IBN Live. State Home Minister R R Patil said that currently the State had only one, hired helicopter for this purpose. "We plan to get one more, to be used for shifting those who sustain injuries (in anti-Naxal operations) for medical treatment," he said. However, he added, he was not sure if the Centre would provide additional funds to procure a chopper. Patil claimed that naxalism had been curbed in Nanded, Chandrapur and Yavatmal Districts. "It is (alive) only in Gadchiroli and Gondia (Districts)," he said.
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October - 15 
Militants shot at and injured a Policeman in the Hazratbal area of Srinagar on October 15, reports Daily Excelsior. The Policeman was on security duty in Tailbal bus station in Hazratbal.
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Militants shot at and injured a Policeman in the Hazratbal area of Srinagar on October 15, reports Daily Excelsior. The Policeman was on security duty in Tailbal bus station in Hazratbal.
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October - 15 
Police also arrested another Maoist, Dibakar Das, from Sapekathi town in Sivasagar District. He admitted to having links with the Maoists and he, along with one Aditya Bora, had been carrying out a recruitment drive recently. Chief minister Tarun Gog
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Police also arrested another Maoist, Dibakar Das, from Sapekathi town in Sivasagar District. He admitted to having links with the Maoists and he, along with one Aditya Bora, had been carrying out a recruitment drive recently. Chief minister Tarun Gogoi said in Guwahati on October 15 that he had been iterating time and again about the Maoists trying to expand their network to Assam. “They are active and the developments definitely prove they were trying to get a toehold in the state,” Gogoi said.
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October - 15 
SFs on October 15 arrested four militants belonging to Karbi National Protection Force (KNPF) identified as Mongal SingTokbi, ‘vice president’ of KNPF, Sankar Engleng, Sikandar Rongpi and Mukhim Rongp at Diphu in Karbi Anglong District, reports Nagal
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SFs on October 15 arrested four militants belonging to Karbi National Protection Force (KNPF) identified as Mongal SingTokbi, ‘vice president’ of KNPF, Sankar Engleng, Sikandar Rongpi and Mukhim Rongp at Diphu in Karbi Anglong District, reports Nagaland Post. Officer-in- Charge (OC) Diphu Police Station, Naba Kumar Barua said that the arrested cadres were member of a recently formed outfit Karbi National Protection Force, which came into existence in the middle part of 2011, supposedly a splinter group of Karbi Peoples Liberation Tiger (KPLT). The arrested militants were allegedly involved in kidnapping cases in Guwahati and Dimapur and extortion in Karbi Anglong.
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October - 15 
Suspected militants belonging to the Anti-Talks Faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) on October 15 abducted a small tea grower, Dhruba Duwania in Tinsukia District, reports The Telegraph. Duwani had earlier received an extortion note
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Suspected militants belonging to the Anti-Talks Faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) on October 15 abducted a small tea grower, Dhruba Duwania in Tinsukia District, reports The Telegraph. Duwani had earlier received an extortion note of INR 500,000from the ULFA-ATF.
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October - 15 
The Shillong Times reports that the Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants abducted three Policemen, identified as William Maiong, Sambu Dalu and Naik Grejilstone Momin, and later shot dead one of them, William Maiong, on October 15 in Tura i
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The Shillong Times reports that the Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants abducted three Policemen, identified as William Maiong, Sambu Dalu and Naik Grejilstone Momin, and later shot dead one of them, William Maiong, on October 15 in Tura in West Garo Hills District. The three Policemen were part of an armed section manning a bank at Gambegre development block. This is the first incident of Policemen being abducted by militants in the history of the State. As many as fifteen well-armed GNLA militants, allegedly led by ‘southern commander’ Baichung Momin accosted the three Policemen during their fishing trip that was arranged by a villager from Jongbugre village, 3 Kilometres from Gambegre. William Maiong was killed when tried to escape. His body was recovered on October 16. He had sustained six bullet injuries on his body and Police recovered three empty shells of AK rifle and .9mm pistol rounds next to the body. The militants then let off the two other Policemen who could barely walk due to the torture by the militants.
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October - 15 
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on October 15 gave Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) a seven-day deadline to lay down arms, saying violence would not be tolerated any more, reports Hindustan Times. "I am giving you (Maoists) a s
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on October 15 gave Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) a seven-day deadline to lay down arms, saying violence would not be tolerated any more, reports Hindustan Times. "I am giving you (Maoists) a seven-day ultimatum to lay down guns. Think over it. We will not tolerate any more violence. Killings and negotiations cannot go hand in hand," she told a rally at the Jhargram stadium of West Midnapore District. Condemning killings by Maoists and gunning down of two Trinamool Congress leaders in Jungle Mahal recently, Banerjee said, "We have started the peace process, stopped joint operations for over four months, expecting peace to return... But they (Maoists) have not kept their word and continued the killing spree." She said if peace returned to Jungle Mahal, there would be no need of joint security operations.
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October - 15 
A bomb planted at the entrance to Quaid-i-Azam Public School in Swabi District exploded on October 15, reports Dawn The blast partially damaged the building and injured a watchman, identified as Juma Dad Khan.
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A bomb planted at the entrance to Quaid-i-Azam Public School in Swabi District exploded on October 15, reports Dawn The blast partially damaged the building and injured a watchman, identified as Juma Dad Khan.
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October - 15 
Another bomb planted at the entrance to Quaid-i-Azam Public School, Swabi Branch (Boys Section) exploded on October 15. The blast partially damaged the building and injured the watchman, Juma Dad Khan. It was the first time that a private educational
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Another bomb planted at the entrance to Quaid-i-Azam Public School, Swabi Branch (Boys Section) exploded on October 15. The blast partially damaged the building and injured the watchman, Juma Dad Khan. It was the first time that a private educational institution was targeted in the area by the militants.
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October - 15 
Another US drone fired nine missiles on a house located at Bagar in Tehsin Barmal area of South Waziristan Agency killing three militants and injuring seven others belonging to local ‘Commander’ Mullah Nazir group of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)
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Another US drone fired nine missiles on a house located at Bagar in Tehsin Barmal area of South Waziristan Agency killing three militants and injuring seven others belonging to local ‘Commander’ Mullah Nazir group of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) on October 15 (today), The News reported. The death toll is expected to rise. This is the fourth attack in past three days against TTP hotbeds in Waziristan agencies.
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October - 15 
Daily Times reports that US drone strikes killed six suspected militants in South Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) near the Afghan border on October 15. The strikes were part of a flurry of such attacks, which could ind
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Daily Times reports that US drone strikes killed six suspected militants in South Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) near the Afghan border on October 15. The strikes were part of a flurry of such attacks, which could indicate a more aggressive American strategy against militants finding sanctuary there.
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October - 15 
Dawn reports that the bomb disposal squad defused an explosive device weighing around five kilograms planted outside a mosque in Tarakai area in North-West Frontier Province, Police said. MNA Usman Tarakai, MPA Javed Tarakai and former District nazim
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Dawn reports that the bomb disposal squad defused an explosive device weighing around five kilograms planted outside a mosque in Tarakai area in North-West Frontier Province, Police said. MNA Usman Tarakai, MPA Javed Tarakai and former District nazim Shahram Tarakai were the apparent target of the sabotage attempt. Quoting local sources Police said two people riding a motorcycle showed up at the mosque adjacent to the house of the Tarakais after sunset on October 14, placed a crate and left.
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October - 15 
Officials claimed that warplanes bombed hideouts on hilltops in Baizotkhel and Mistrikhel tehsil (revenue unit) of Orakzai Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 15, killing 10 suspected militants and injuring four others, re
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Officials claimed that warplanes bombed hideouts on hilltops in Baizotkhel and Mistrikhel tehsil (revenue unit) of Orakzai Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 15, killing 10 suspected militants and injuring four others, reports Dawn. However, a spokesman for the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) denied the official claim and said that civilian places had been bombed.
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The United States (US) has moved hundreds of new troops to the Afghan area bordering Pakistan's militant infested North Waziristan Agency of federally Administered tribal Areas (FATA) along with heavy artillery, helicopter gunships and sealed movemen
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The United States (US) has moved hundreds of new troops to the Afghan area bordering Pakistan's militant infested North Waziristan Agency of federally Administered tribal Areas (FATA) along with heavy artillery, helicopter gunships and sealed movement on the border, reported The Times of India. US forces deployed to new positions in the border areas facing Ghulam Khan in Pakistan between October 15 and October 16 night. The troops occupied nearby vantage heights on hilltops, setting up observation posts, The News International said quoting Pakistani security officials and tribal elders. Tribesmen living in the border areas said Afghan and US authorities had clamped a curfew in parts of Afghanistan's eastern Khost province and started house-to-house search. The News reported that the abrupt deployment of US forces near the border area with Pakistan has escalated tension in the militancy plagued North Waziristan tribal region as US forces immediately sealed the main road connecting Pakistan border town of Ghulam Khan and Khost for traffic. Washington Post quoting US officials said that US has opened a new more aggressive approach towards the dreaded Haqqani Network. The post quoted officials as saying that the new operation may include intensified drone strikes on Miranshah in North Waziristan
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October - 15 
A Sri Lankan Government Minister urged the Norwegian Government to ban Sri Lanka's defeated militant outfit Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), Colombo Page reported.Sri Lanka Minister of Irrigation and Water Resources Management Nimal Siripala
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A Sri Lankan Government Minister urged the Norwegian Government to ban Sri Lanka's defeated militant outfit Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), Colombo Page reported.Sri Lanka Minister of Irrigation and Water Resources Management Nimal Siripala de Silva, in a meeting Norwegian Development Minister Eric Solheim and other Norwegian government officials in Oslo on October 15 urged the Norwegian Government to impose a ban on the outfit.
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October - 16 
Leishangthem Moirangleima, Pradhan (head of Gram Panchayat, the village level local self-Government institution) of Khurai Khaidem Leikai Gram Panchayat was threatened by some unidentified persons who left a hand grenade at the courtyard of her Khon
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Leishangthem Moirangleima, Pradhan (head of Gram Panchayat, the village level local self-Government institution) of Khurai Khaidem Leikai Gram Panchayat was threatened by some unidentified persons who left a hand grenade at the courtyard of her Khongnangkhong residence in Imphal East District on October 16, reports Sangai Express. The grenade was safely retrieved by Police.
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October - 16 
Nagaland Post reports that, taking a step towards closer security cooperation, Yangon, the capital of Myanmar has told New Delhi to provide satellite imagery of North East (NE) militant camps based across the border in Myanmar, so that a military op
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Nagaland Post reports that, taking a step towards closer security cooperation, Yangon, the capital of Myanmar has told New Delhi to provide satellite imagery of North East (NE) militant camps based across the border in Myanmar, so that a military operation can be launched.
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October - 16 
Highly placed sources in the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said that the Police and Security Forces in the NE should always remain alert as the Maoists always try to capitalize on mass movements to establish their roots and the entire region, of lat
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Highly placed sources in the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said that the Police and Security Forces in the NE should always remain alert as the Maoists always try to capitalize on mass movements to establish their roots and the entire region, of late, is facing public upsurge on different issues, Assam Tribune reports.
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October - 16 
Hindustan Times reports that a day after West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee's seven-day ultimatum to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to choose between guns and negotiation, Maoist posters were seen in Jungle Mahal on October
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Hindustan Times reports that a day after West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee's seven-day ultimatum to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to choose between guns and negotiation, Maoist posters were seen in Jungle Mahal on October 16 threatening the Trinamool Congress (TMC) leaders of dire consequence if their pre-poll promise of withdrawing joint security forces and releasing jailed extremists was not kept. The three handwritten red posters, pasted on walls at Bhadutala market of Salboni in West Midnapore District, were in Bengali. "If the promises are not kept the lives of Trinamool Congress leaders will be under threat," a poster read.
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October - 16 
IBN Live reports that cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a person accusing him of being a ‘Police informer’ and disposed of the body at the adjacent Karampada in West Singhbhum District. Jharkhand Police on October 16 r
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IBN Live reports that cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a person accusing him of being a ‘Police informer’ and disposed of the body at the adjacent Karampada in West Singhbhum District. Jharkhand Police on October 16 recovered the body near a railway cabin, about 150 kilometers from Rourkela. Chaibasa Superintendent of Police Arun Kumar Singh said they are verifying the identity of the deceased. He is thought to be Suresh, a native of Karampada in West Singhbhum who had settled at Bondamunda near Rourkela in Odisha.
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October - 16 
On October 16, suspected Hill Tiger Force (HTF) militants killed a civilian, identified as Thaisiring Daolagupu (90), and injured three other persons including two women when they attacked Gaijen village under Haflong Police Station in Dima Hasao Dis
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On October 16, suspected Hill Tiger Force (HTF) militants killed a civilian, identified as Thaisiring Daolagupu (90), and injured three other persons including two women when they attacked Gaijen village under Haflong Police Station in Dima Hasao District, reports The Telegraph. The HTF militants also set ablaze 16 houses in the village. Further Police investigation has revealed the involvement of few villagers belonging to Misidui village, a Dima Hasao police source in this regard said, “We arrested six Misidui youths, who during interrogation confessed to their involvement in the attack. The six youths said the Hills Tiger Force cadres had been taking shelter in the area. They, accompanied by a section of villagers, carried out the attack.” A source in the Dima Hasao administration said that in addition to the existing 17 companies of Security Forces (SFs), another four companies of troops would reach the district this evening. In addition, SFs on October 15 arrested two persons identified as David Jate and Kanan Thik, in connection with torching of eight houses of Choto Longren village on October 14, reports The Times of India. Meanwhile Dima Hasao Bandh (General Shutdown) called by various Dimasa organization against the killing of James Dimasa, alias Pronit Haflongbar (31) of Dima Halim Daogah -James on October 13 and torching of eight houses belonging to Dimasas on October 14 was peaceful but severely affected normal life in the District.
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October - 16 
Police arrested the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant who killed a Police constable in Hazratbal area of Srinagar on October 14. The arrestee identified as Muzaffar Ahmad Mir revealed that he had acted on the behest of the LeT ‘operational commander’ Fu
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Police arrested the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militant who killed a Police constable in Hazratbal area of Srinagar on October 14. The arrestee identified as Muzaffar Ahmad Mir revealed that he had acted on the behest of the LeT ‘operational commander’ Furqan based in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) who had directed him to kill Policeman in and around Hazratbal in order to unnerve the Jammu and Kashmir Police, who are on the forefront of fighting militancy in the State and have killed the top ‘commanders’ of LeT in recent months. He also revealed that Furqan directed him to choose Policemen who are without arms in busy markets. "He also revealed that the pistol was delivered to him by LeT militant operating from Sopore Muza Molvi. Muzaffar Mir is also a close associate of slain LeT ‘commander’ Abdul Rehman", Police said. The report said that Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) militants were responsible for the killing of Policemen in the past.
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October - 16 
Police said that militants hurled a grenade on a Police party at Sanat Nagar Chowk in Srinagar in the evening of October 16, reports Daily Excelsior. The grenade missed the intended target and exploded on the road without causing any damage.
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Police said that militants hurled a grenade on a Police party at Sanat Nagar Chowk in Srinagar in the evening of October 16, reports Daily Excelsior. The grenade missed the intended target and exploded on the road without causing any damage.
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October - 16 
Pro-Talks Faction of ULFA (ULFA-PTF) has deposited its weapons ahead of the peace negotiations scheduled for October 25, reports The Times of India. However, the faction has deposited just 57 assorted weapons, a number believed to be far smaller than
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Pro-Talks Faction of ULFA (ULFA-PTF) has deposited its weapons ahead of the peace negotiations scheduled for October 25, reports The Times of India. However, the faction has deposited just 57 assorted weapons, a number believed to be far smaller than the outfit's actual arsenal. Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi in this regard said said, "Initially, there was some objection from ULFA leaders to depositing the weapons, but the government has convinced them to do so. It is a uniform policy followed with all outfits that before talks start they should deposit their weapons, stay in designated camps and not resort to any extortion." Gogoi said the first round of talks between ULFA and the Centre, since the tripartite ceasefire agreement was signed last month, will be held in New Delhi on October 25. A memorandum of settlement would also be signed with the United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), another militant outfit of the state, on October 24 in New Delhi. Giving details of the deposit of weapons with the Centre, State Home Secretary G D Tripathi said, "They have so far deposited 57 weapons but they might still have some weapons with them. We will be getting the rest of the arms as well." Tripathi further said, "They are under a double-lock safe custody, with keys to one lock with the local police officer and the other with the ULFA leader. Very soon, we will be shifting these weapons to the camps where the ULFA cadres will be staying while the peace talks proceed." On the issue of designated ceasefire camps home secretary Tripathi said, "There will be nine such camps in the state and the camp at Goalpara is ready to be handed over to the cadres. When the cadres of that area move into the camp, we can shift the deposited weapons there." The home secretary said that the ULFA-PTF cadres would have to stay in designated camps, which they want to be named as Assam Naba Nirman Kendra. The home secretary said the Rajkhowa faction has also submitted a list of the cadres of the ULFA-PTF who number 297.
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October - 16 
Publicity in-charge of the ULFA-ATF, Arunodoi Dohotiya said that if the ULFA ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa signs any accord with the Government of India by going against the principles of the outfit, they would not accept the same, reports The Assam T
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Publicity in-charge of the ULFA-ATF, Arunodoi Dohotiya said that if the ULFA ‘chairman’ Arabinda Rajkhowa signs any accord with the Government of India by going against the principles of the outfit, they would not accept the same, reports The Assam Tribune.
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October - 16 
Recent intelligence reports cautioned the Punjab Government about renewed efforts by the Pakistani spy agency, Inter services Intelligence (ISI), and Pakistan-based militant outfits, including Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), to send consignment of
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Recent intelligence reports cautioned the Punjab Government about renewed efforts by the Pakistani spy agency, Inter services Intelligence (ISI), and Pakistan-based militant outfits, including Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), to send consignment of arms, explosives, fake currency and drugs for spreading terror-incidents and drug menace in the state and disrupting its economy, The Times of India reported. Just a couple of days after the massive RDX haul from a car parked at Ambala railway station, apparently on its way to New Delhi, top sources in the Delhi Police said that they had "confirmed inputs" that Khalistani militant Jagtar Singh Tara and his terror module present in Delhi had carried out a survey at least two lower courts - Patiala House and the Karkardooma complex.
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October - 16 
Security Forces in Srinagar recovered huge quantity of material used for making Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs). The recoveries which included 25 kilograms of gelatin, 100 meter cortex and 137 detonators were made from the house of one Abdul Rash
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Security Forces in Srinagar recovered huge quantity of material used for making Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs). The recoveries which included 25 kilograms of gelatin, 100 meter cortex and 137 detonators were made from the house of one Abdul Rashid Bhatt in Zewan area of Pantha Chowk. .
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October - 16 
SFs on October 16 arrested two Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) militants identified as, Sofiur Rahman and Lal Mian from Dhubri District. A revolver, ammunition and mobile phone sets were recovered from them.
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SFs on October 16 arrested two Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) militants identified as, Sofiur Rahman and Lal Mian from Dhubri District. A revolver, ammunition and mobile phone sets were recovered from them.
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October - 16 
SFs recovered explosives, including 10kilograms of Research Department Explosive (RDX), 44 detonators, 200gm of gunpowder, 14 meters of safety fuse wire and other explosive powders, near a railway track between Chariduar and Bhalukpung in Sonitpur Di
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SFs recovered explosives, including 10kilograms of Research Department Explosive (RDX), 44 detonators, 200gm of gunpowder, 14 meters of safety fuse wire and other explosive powders, near a railway track between Chariduar and Bhalukpung in Sonitpur District.
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October - 16 
The Times of India reports that Army has trained over 2,000 troops belonging to the Central Paramilitary Forces (CPMF) and various State forces to deal with Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), frequently used by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (
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The Times of India reports that Army has trained over 2,000 troops belonging to the Central Paramilitary Forces (CPMF) and various State forces to deal with Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), frequently used by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to carry out attacks. The training is being conducted at army training facilities located under the Lucknow-based Central Command and over 60,000 police personnel have been trained since 2006 for counter-naxal operations, Army sources said here. The courses are conducted on need basis to train the CPMF troops and state police personnel operating in Maoist-hit areas, they said. The training imparted by army includes lessons on identification of explosive devices buried in ground and defusing them safely.
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October - 16 
The Times of India reports that dozens of heavily armed cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a person, identified as Santosh Yadav, at Bagodar village under the Kothi Police Station in Gaya District on October 16. Santosh
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The Times of India reports that dozens of heavily armed cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a person, identified as Santosh Yadav, at Bagodar village under the Kothi Police Station in Gaya District on October 16. Santosh is said to be a cadre of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC), a breakaway faction of the CPI-Maoist, which is active in the Sherghati sub-division of Gaya District. On that day the Maoists raided his house, dragged out the inmates, looted valuables, including food-grains and other household items, and set the house on fire. While retreating, the Maoists abducted Santosh and subsequently killed him. The body was dumped on the Jharkhand side of the inter-state border. Sherghati Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO), Mahindra Prasad, said Santosh’s body had been sent for post-mortem examination.
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October - 16 
The Times of India reports that Hill Tiger Force (HTF) militants set ablaze 3 houses in Jiri Village in Dima Hasao District on October 16. As reported earlier, the HTF militants had also set ablaze 16 houses in Gaijon village in the same District on
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The Times of India reports that Hill Tiger Force (HTF) militants set ablaze 3 houses in Jiri Village in Dima Hasao District on October 16. As reported earlier, the HTF militants had also set ablaze 16 houses in Gaijon village in the same District on the same day. Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG-south Assam range) Vinod Kumar said, "The miscreants involved in the incidents are from outside the Dima Hasao District. They have infiltrated from neighboring states or districts to vitiate the situation here. The area has been peaceful so far after the surrender of major militant groups over the years". Meanwhile, The Autonomous State Demand Committee (ASDC), Zeliangrong Students' Union (ZSU) and Jeme Council have condemned recent incidents of killing and arson.
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October - 16 
Three Maoist cadres were arrested and arms and ammunition recovered during a three-day ‘Operation Thunder' against Maoists in Garhwa District by the Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh Security Forces (SF’s), reports The Hindu. The Maoists were identified as
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Three Maoist cadres were arrested and arms and ammunition recovered during a three-day ‘Operation Thunder' against Maoists in Garhwa District by the Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh Security Forces (SF’s), reports The Hindu. The Maoists were identified as Malluh Korva, Babita Devi and Milan Killah. “There was no encounter during the operation,” Garhwa Superintendent of Police (SP), Michael Raj and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Commandant, R. K. Dagar told a news conference in Garhwa. A total of 6 kilograms of potassium nitrate and ammonium nitrate, three hand-grenades, 54 detonators, a gun, 126 cartridges, 625 rucksacks, 24 blankets, 17 gas cylinders, 10-metre wire and a trunk full of tracksuits and Maoist literature were recovered from the three rooms located in the forest.
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October - 16 
Three militants of the same outfit were also arrested on October 16 from Waithou of Imphal West District.
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Three militants of the same outfit were also arrested on October 16 from Waithou of Imphal West District.
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October - 16 
With mine protected vehicles (MPVs) becoming virtual death traps, claiming 150 personnel in the last two years, Security Forces (SFs) fighting the Naxal (Left-Wing Extremist) menace have been asked to rely more on foot patrols to detect underground m
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With mine protected vehicles (MPVs) becoming virtual death traps, claiming 150 personnel in the last two years, Security Forces (SFs) fighting the Naxal (Left-Wing Extremist) menace have been asked to rely more on foot patrols to detect underground mines and use these armoured vehicles sparingly, reports The Times of India. Every time SFs upgrade the landmine protection capability of their MPVs, the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) moves one step ahead using high quantity of explosives in their IEDs to make these mine protected vehicles redundant. Such high casualties had forced Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) chief K Vijay Kumar to call them "coffin on wheels" at a conference in New Delhi on October 11.
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October - 16 
A khasadar (tribal Police) was killed and a levies trooper injured when their convoy was hit by an Improvised Explosive Device in Miran Talab area of Bara tehsil (revenue unit) in Khyber Agency on October 16. The convoy was on a patrol in Akakhel ar
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A khasadar (tribal Police) was killed and a levies trooper injured when their convoy was hit by an Improvised Explosive Device in Miran Talab area of Bara tehsil (revenue unit) in Khyber Agency on October 16. The convoy was on a patrol in Akakhel area when the incident occurred. An IED planted on the roadside exploded killing a khasadar, Aman Gul, on the spot while levies official Mehtab Khan was critically injured.
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October - 16 
According to official statistics Karachi tops in murders and other kinds of crimes in Sindh. A report compiled by Sindh Police Department, containing comparative figures of the crimes committed from January 01, 2011 to September 15, 2011 and the corr
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According to official statistics Karachi tops in murders and other kinds of crimes in Sindh. A report compiled by Sindh Police Department, containing comparative figures of the crimes committed from January 01, 2011 to September 15, 2011 and the corresponding period last year, says the murder cases registered an increase of 328, robberies 16 and abduction 75 in the province. However, in Karachi, the murder cases surged by 382, robberies by 186 and vehicle theft by 329. report In Karachi 1,043 people were murdered in eight and half a month of 2010 while 1,425 in same period this year showing increase of 382. The murder cases declined by 13 in Hyderabad region as 339 people were killed this year and 352 last year. In Mirpurkhas 116 persons were murdered last year and 118 this year. In Sukkur region 423 killings took place last year and 437 this year showing increase of 14 while there was decrease of 57 murder cases in Larkana region as 449 people were killed last year and 392 this year. Overall, 2,711 persons killed in eight and half a month this year against 2,383 last year across the province.
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October - 16 
American and Afghan soldiers near the border with Pakistan have faced a sharply increased volume of rocket fire from Pakistani territory in the past six months, putting them at greater risk even as worries over the disintegrating relationship between
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American and Afghan soldiers near the border with Pakistan have faced a sharply increased volume of rocket fire from Pakistani territory in the past six months, putting them at greater risk even as worries over the disintegrating relationship between the United States (US) and Pakistan constrain how they can strike back, reported Indian Express on October 17. Ground-to-ground rockets fired within Pakistan have landed on or near US military outposts in one Afghan border province at least 55 times since May, 2011. Since Operation Abbottabad that killed Osama bin Laden, the escalation in cross-border barrages has fuelled frustration among officers and anger among soldiers at front-line positions who suspect, but cannot prove, a Pakistani Government role. The Government’s relations with the US frayed further after senior US officials publicly accused Pakistan of harbouring and helping guerrillas and terrorists. Many US officers painstakingly tried not to blame Pakistan directly. But other officers rejected Pakistan’s official position, and said elements of the Pakistani military or intelligence service were most likely involved. “The level of command and control, and the level of sophistication of the Indirect Fire (IDF), is showing that there is some type of expertise being employed,” said one US officer, on the condition of anonymity.
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October - 16 
As many as 50 suspected militants were detained on October 16 in various parts of Karachi reported Daily Times. According to details, Police accompanied by a heavy contingent of Special Protection Group’s commandos conducted an operation in Sultanaba
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As many as 50 suspected militants were detained on October 16 in various parts of Karachi reported Daily Times. According to details, Police accompanied by a heavy contingent of Special Protection Group’s commandos conducted an operation in Sultanabad’s Hijrat Colony and detained at least 30 suspects into custody. Sources further said that Rangers also conducted several raids in various parts of the city, including North Nazimabad, KBR Society, Lasbella, Qasba Colony, Old Golimar and Ayesha Apartment in Gulshan-e-Iqbal from where a number of suspects were taken into custody.
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October - 16 
Pakistan’s Ambassador in Washington Hussain Haqqani on October 16 said that the democratic Government in Pakistan was pursuing the country’s national interests while conducting the country’s international relations, while indicating an improvement in
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Pakistan’s Ambassador in Washington Hussain Haqqani on October 16 said that the democratic Government in Pakistan was pursuing the country’s national interests while conducting the country’s international relations, while indicating an improvement in Pakistan-US ties after weeks of heated rhetoric appeared to give way to the normal course of diplomacy, Daily Times reported. Ambassador Haqqani said that challenges remained in the bilateral ties but that relations were returning to normalcy through quiet diplomacy, adding, “Both Islamabad and Washington realise they need each other and a strong, positive bilateral relationship is in the best interest of the two countries and their people”.
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October - 16 
Security Forces (SFs) foiled an attack by defusing a landmine in Pirkoh area of Dera Bugti District. The landmine had been planted to hit a SF vehicle deployed on patrolling the Pirsori Road.
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Security Forces (SFs) foiled an attack by defusing a landmine in Pirkoh area of Dera Bugti District. The landmine had been planted to hit a SF vehicle deployed on patrolling the Pirsori Road.
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October - 16 
Unidentified armed militants set ablaze an oil tanker of a private company at Pringabad area of Mastung District on October 16, reports Daily Times. According to the Levies Force, a Quetta-bound oil tanker carrying fuel for a local patrol station fro
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Unidentified armed militants set ablaze an oil tanker of a private company at Pringabad area of Mastung District on October 16, reports Daily Times. According to the Levies Force, a Quetta-bound oil tanker carrying fuel for a local patrol station from Karachi was intercepted by unidentified armed militants, who set it on fire. However, no loss of life was reported.
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October - 16 
A resident of Hukui Village Development Committee-2 (VDC-2), identified as Chandar Yadav (60), was critically injured when an unidentified gang fired at him in Hukui VDC-3 on October 15, reports inseconline.org. Narayan Parajuli Local journalists sa
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A resident of Hukui Village Development Committee-2 (VDC-2), identified as Chandar Yadav (60), was critically injured when an unidentified gang fired at him in Hukui VDC-3 on October 15, reports inseconline.org. Narayan Parajuli Local journalists said that Janatantrik Terai Mukti Tigers (JTMT) claimed responsibility of the incident.
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October - 16 
Minister for Land Reforms Prabhu Sah tendered his resignation to Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai on October 16 following the decision of Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M), his own party, to call him back from the Government. Sah has b
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Minister for Land Reforms Prabhu Sah tendered his resignation to Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai on October 16 following the decision of Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M), his own party, to call him back from the Government. Sah has been accused of plotting the murder of Kashi Ram Tiwari, the then president of Hindu Yuwa Sangh in Birgunj, 15 months ago.
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October - 16 
According to Gulf Times, official sources stated that investigations into 1971 War Crimes by five top leaders of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), the parent political party of Islamic Chhatra Shibir (ICS) are over and the probe reports are expected to be submi
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According to Gulf Times, official sources stated that investigations into 1971 War Crimes by five top leaders of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), the parent political party of Islamic Chhatra Shibir (ICS) are over and the probe reports are expected to be submitted to the International Crimea Tribunal (ICT) by this month.
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October - 16 
Indian authorities sought the help of Bangladesh in tracking two cadres of the banned militant outfit Islamic Chhatra Shibir (ICS) for their alleged involvement in the Delhi High Court blast on September 7, Daily Star reported. Officials of National
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Indian authorities sought the help of Bangladesh in tracking two cadres of the banned militant outfit Islamic Chhatra Shibir (ICS) for their alleged involvement in the Delhi High Court blast on September 7, Daily Star reported. Officials of National Investigation Agency (NIA) claimed that at least two students having affiliations with ICS, along with India-born Wasim Akram Malik, who was a student in a medical college in Sylhet, were involved in the blast that killed 15 people and left nearly 80 injured. Officials claimed to have identified the ICS members and are now seeking diplomatic help in tracing them. The duo is reported to have travelled with Wasim to India on August 27, first visiting Jammu and then Delhi. A team from NIA is already camping in Bangladesh.
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October - 16 
Rajshahi Speedy Court Tribunal on October 16 awarded life imprisonment to 24 cadres of outlawed Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) for killing a constable (Mizanur Rahman) and looting arms at Taherpur outpost in Bagmara sub-district of Rajshahi Dis
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Rajshahi Speedy Court Tribunal on October 16 awarded life imprisonment to 24 cadres of outlawed Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP) for killing a constable (Mizanur Rahman) and looting arms at Taherpur outpost in Bagmara sub-district of Rajshahi District on May 2, 2008, reports Daily Star.
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October - 17 
A former top brass of the Intelligence Bureau (IB), who did not wish to be named has accused the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of fomenting trouble in the northeast through insurgency, reports The
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A former top brass of the Intelligence Bureau (IB), who did not wish to be named has accused the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and Pakistan’s Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of fomenting trouble in the northeast through insurgency, reports The Times of India. He said, "The ISI-CIA combination, active in the region, is fomenting insurgency to destabilize the region". He added that the ISI was helping northeast militants to create trouble and the CIA is providing support. Both CIA and ISI are working to create terrorist groups in the world." Stating that the CIA-ISI combine was providing "logistics" to the ultras of the region, he said, "We can stop this if we go for overall development of the northeast." He said "some neighboring countries" were harboring NE militants by providing them a safe haven for setting up of training camps.
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October - 17 
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that the current year in the State has been peaceful so far but this gives no assurance that the coming year will be a better one, reported DNA. "Just because 2011 was a good one, it is no guarantee that 2012 will be
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Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that the current year in the State has been peaceful so far but this gives no assurance that the coming year will be a better one, reported DNA. "Just because 2011 was a good one, it is no guarantee that 2012 will be a better one. So, we are already preparing for the next year," he said, saying more than 1 million tourists have visited the State this year and hoped the next year will also see a good rush.
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October - 17 
Four hand grenades, two of them live, were recovered from an irrigation canal in the Naroda area on the outskirts of Ahmedabad in Gujarat, The Hindu reported. On October 16, a dead hand grenade was recovered from the canal by the State Reserve Police
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Four hand grenades, two of them live, were recovered from an irrigation canal in the Naroda area on the outskirts of Ahmedabad in Gujarat, The Hindu reported. On October 16, a dead hand grenade was recovered from the canal by the State Reserve Police. Following this three more grenades were recovered on October 17. The bomb disposal squad defused the live grenades and sent the remnants to the forensic science laboratory. The Police said they were of “very high intensity,” capable of causing immense damage. Such grenades were used only by the defence forces or terror groups. The Police are making further investigations.
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October - 17 
GNLA militants abducted a Hindi school teacher from the border belt in South Garo Hills on October 17. His whereabouts remain unknown.
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GNLA militants abducted a Hindi school teacher from the border belt in South Garo Hills on October 17. His whereabouts remain unknown.
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October - 17 
Kanglaonline reports that at least three personnel of 23 Assam Rifles posted at Litan were injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast that occurred on October 17 at Sangkai Village under Litan Police Station in Ukhrul District. The injured
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Kanglaonline reports that at least three personnel of 23 Assam Rifles posted at Litan were injured in an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) blast that occurred on October 17 at Sangkai Village under Litan Police Station in Ukhrul District. The injured personnel have been identified as Sudhir (46), W Mayunao (25) and Ashini (20). According to an officer of Assam Rifles, the IED blast took place when the convoy consisting of three vehicles reached Sangkai Village along Ukhrul-Imphal Road as a part of their daily patrol.
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October - 17 
Maoist ‘commander’, Kundan Pahan's girl-friend and the ‘second-in-command’ of the Maoist squad was arrested from Pithoria in Kanke tehsil ( revenue unit) of Ranchi District and a pistol and four bullets were seized from her, reports The Times of Indi
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Maoist ‘commander’, Kundan Pahan's girl-friend and the ‘second-in-command’ of the Maoist squad was arrested from Pithoria in Kanke tehsil ( revenue unit) of Ranchi District and a pistol and four bullets were seized from her, reports The Times of India. The arrest of Sushila alias Anju alias Kulwati alias Kulai Munda is considered crucial in recent times as it will unfold the mystery behind the loot of INR 55 million on May 21, 2008 from NH-33 under Tamar Police Station of Ranchi District and the killing of special branch inspector, Francis Induwar in 2009.Sushila was actively associated with CPI-Maoist for the past six years and was heading Bundu-Chandil sub-zone committee. She was looking after the four area committees in Ranchi, Saraikela and Khunti Districts and had reportedly confessed that she had participated in the loot of INR 55 million and the abduction and killing of Induwar.
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October - 17 
On October 17, Police rescued an abducted youth and arrested two Karbi National Protection Force (KNPF) militants, identified as Sanjib Teli and Grading Mara, in connection with the case from Diphu in Karbi Anglong District. Superintendent of Police
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On October 17, Police rescued an abducted youth and arrested two Karbi National Protection Force (KNPF) militants, identified as Sanjib Teli and Grading Mara, in connection with the case from Diphu in Karbi Anglong District. Superintendent of Police (Karbi Anglong) Anurag Agarwala said, "We have rescued one youth from two KNPF militants at Diphu early this morning. The youth was identified as James Sangma of Beltola in Guwahati. He was kidnapped on Sunday [October 16]." He added, "From the statement of the three KNPF leaders, arrested on Saturday [October 15], we came to know the kidnap plan of the rebel group and accordingly laid a trap at Diphu to catch them last night. The kidnappers arrived at Diphu with the youth in the wee hours of Monday [October 17] and were caught by Police."
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October - 17 
Pointing out that militancy in the State has come down by 50 percent, Director General of Police (DGP) Kuldeep Khoda cautioned against complacency and said the work on the front was not yet over, according to Times of India. "We have been able to suc
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Pointing out that militancy in the State has come down by 50 percent, Director General of Police (DGP) Kuldeep Khoda cautioned against complacency and said the work on the front was not yet over, according to Times of India. "We have been able to successfully control militancy this year. There is 50 per cent decrease in militancy this year as compared to the last," he said, adding, "As compared to the last year, more self-styled commanders of different terror outfits have been neutralized." He stressed that SFs have to work further to stamp out militancy completely. "We still have listed militants (operating in Jammu and Kashmir)," he noted. Regarding the cross-border infiltration, the DGP said, "There have been more infiltration attempts this year. These have been neutralised by security forces very effectively." In another context he said that State Police is fully cooperating with the National Investigating Agency (NIA), Delhi and Haryana Police in their probe into the terror strike outside Delhi High Court and recovery of explosives in Ambala, adds IBN.
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October - 17 
Ranchi Police arrested three cadres of Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI)-a breakaway faction of the CPI-Maoist, identified as Pankaj Yadav, Vikash Yadav and Ram Dayal Yadav-- at Khelari in Ranchi District and recovered two country-made pistols
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Ranchi Police arrested three cadres of Peoples Liberation Front of India (PLFI)-a breakaway faction of the CPI-Maoist, identified as Pankaj Yadav, Vikash Yadav and Ram Dayal Yadav-- at Khelari in Ranchi District and recovered two country-made pistols. During interrogation, Police found that Ram Dayal Yadav was also wanted in the killing of two engineers of proposed Abhijeet Power Plant at Latehar in March 2011. In Khunti, Police busted a PLFI camp at Bakashpur forest at Karra and arrested one John Tilmi and Falendra Badaik at Kamdara. Police recovered country-made rifle, 17 cartridges and other articles from the camp.
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October - 17 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested one People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre identified as Phijam Robert alias Tomba (18) from Lamlai Bazar and recovered one live round of .9mm ammunition from his possession reports Kanglaonline. He r
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested one People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK) cadre identified as Phijam Robert alias Tomba (18) from Lamlai Bazar and recovered one live round of .9mm ammunition from his possession reports Kanglaonline. He revealed that he joined the outfit in the month of April through one Pathou and was involved in extortion of money from Government officials, private firms, businessmen, etc.
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October - 17 
Security Forces (SFs) on October 17 killed a militant in Yachgoose village in Pulwama District, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs on specific information about the presence of militants, laid a siege of the area and were fired upon by the militants. One m
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Security Forces (SFs) on October 17 killed a militant in Yachgoose village in Pulwama District, reports Daily Excelsior. SFs on specific information about the presence of militants, laid a siege of the area and were fired upon by the militants. One militant, later identified as Javed Ahmad Deedad, was killed, while a pistol was recovered from the slain militant. The encounter was going on till the reports last came in.
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October - 17 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing 3kilograms in a shoe shop at Gaspara under Dhubri Police Station in Dhubri District, reports The Sentinel. SFs arrested two Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA)
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) weighing 3kilograms in a shoe shop at Gaspara under Dhubri Police Station in Dhubri District, reports The Sentinel. SFs arrested two Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) militants, Identified as Mughal Hussain Pramanik and Shahzahan Ali.
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October - 17 
SFs arrested one Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) militant identified as Laishram Noren Singh (34) from Thinunggai.
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SFs arrested one Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) militant identified as Laishram Noren Singh (34) from Thinunggai.
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October - 17 
SFs arrested two militants of Rabha Viper Army (RVA) from their hideout at Bardamal under Agiah Police Station Goalpara District, reports Zee News. A 12 mm revolver with ammunition and a pistol, three mobile sets with SIM cards and a motorcycle witho
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SFs arrested two militants of Rabha Viper Army (RVA) from their hideout at Bardamal under Agiah Police Station Goalpara District, reports Zee News. A 12 mm revolver with ammunition and a pistol, three mobile sets with SIM cards and a motorcycle without a number plate were seized from the militants.
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October - 17 
Shillong Times reports that Meghalaya Police on October 17 picked up seven people in the abduction of three Policemen and subsequent killing of one of them in West Garo Hills District. William Maiong, who was killed, was abducted along with Sambu Dal
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Shillong Times reports that Meghalaya Police on October 17 picked up seven people in the abduction of three Policemen and subsequent killing of one of them in West Garo Hills District. William Maiong, who was killed, was abducted along with Sambu Dalu and Naik G Momin on October 15 by Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants after being lured by one Pintu Ch Marak to accompany him for fishing.
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October - 17 
Shillong Times reports that Security Forcse (SFs) arrested two militants of the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), identified as Aribam Bishwaroop Sharma and Nameirakpam Samu, at Pangai and Waiten of Ukhrul District on October 17 (t
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Shillong Times reports that Security Forcse (SFs) arrested two militants of the People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), identified as Aribam Bishwaroop Sharma and Nameirakpam Samu, at Pangai and Waiten of Ukhrul District on October 17 (today).
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October - 17 
State Government convinced the Union ministry for rural development to fund construction of around 6,500 kilometers of rural roads especially in Maoist-hit Districts. According to Sudesh Kumar Mahato, the Deputy Chief Minister, the State Government h
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State Government convinced the Union ministry for rural development to fund construction of around 6,500 kilometers of rural roads especially in Maoist-hit Districts. According to Sudesh Kumar Mahato, the Deputy Chief Minister, the State Government had proposal for construction of connecting roads for around 1,840 villages that don't have all-season roads under Integrated Action Plan (IAP).
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October - 17 
The 11th Plan (2007-2012) review of the Indian Army estimated that the force needed as much as INR 410 billion to meet its existing shortages in equipment and ammunition. The 11th Plan (2007-2012) review of the Indian Army pointed at operational gaps
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The 11th Plan (2007-2012) review of the Indian Army estimated that the force needed as much as INR 410 billion to meet its existing shortages in equipment and ammunition. The 11th Plan (2007-2012) review of the Indian Army pointed at operational gaps in fields ranging from artillery, aviation, air defence and night-fighting to ATGMs (anti-tank guided missiles), PGMs (precision guided munitions) and specialized tank and rifle ammunition, say sources."There are critical shortfalls in 'war wastage reserves' (quantity of equipment and ammunition required to fight a war) in several areas," said another source.
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October - 17 
The Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) leaders are likely to meet the State Government officials shortly to discuss creation of a Garoland Territorial Council. Indicating this on October 17, the outfit’s spokesperson Torik Jangning Marak said, “
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The Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC) leaders are likely to meet the State Government officials shortly to discuss creation of a Garoland Territorial Council. Indicating this on October 17, the outfit’s spokesperson Torik Jangning Marak said, “We will be meeting the top officials to know the Government’s stand on our various demands including creation of a territorial council”. The Centre has already directed the State Government to submit its recommendations on various demands of the Garo militant outfit under ceasefire with the Central government.
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October - 17 
The fight against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) is likely to get a significant boost when the Jungle Warfare Training Institute of the Maharashtra Police becomes operational towards the end of the year. The institute is expected to
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The fight against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) is likely to get a significant boost when the Jungle Warfare Training Institute of the Maharashtra Police becomes operational towards the end of the year. The institute is expected to raise a special force, on lines of the elite Andhra Force Greyhound, reports The Hindustan Times.
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October - 17 
The Hindu reports that the West Bengal Government has sought additional two battalions of Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) from the Union Home Ministry, indicating that it was getting ready to launch full-fledged operations against the Communist Par
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The Hindu reports that the West Bengal Government has sought additional two battalions of Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) from the Union Home Ministry, indicating that it was getting ready to launch full-fledged operations against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist). Official sources said the request came on the eve of Chief Minister (CM) Mamata Banerjee giving a seven-day deadline on October 15 to the Maoists to lay down arms, saying violence would not be tolerated any more.
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October - 17 
The Sentinel reports that the Chief Minister Okram Ibobi on October 17 made an appeal to the Kuki and the Naga leaders who had imposed economic blockade in Manipur to call off the blockade on humanitarian grounds even as the blockade entered the 78th
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The Sentinel reports that the Chief Minister Okram Ibobi on October 17 made an appeal to the Kuki and the Naga leaders who had imposed economic blockade in Manipur to call off the blockade on humanitarian grounds even as the blockade entered the 78th day. He said that the Government is giving serious thought over the issues and will concede to the reasonable demands.
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October - 17 
The Shillong Times reports that reacting to confessional statements made by the four Maoists arrested by Assam Police over the weekend, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on October 17said, “It is a fact that the Maoists are there in Assam and trying t
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The Shillong Times reports that reacting to confessional statements made by the four Maoists arrested by Assam Police over the weekend, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on October 17said, “It is a fact that the Maoists are there in Assam and trying their best to set up strongholds. There are people, including various over-ground groups, who are supporting the Maoists. The whole idea is to destabilise the State.” Gogoi said the Government was aware of the Maoists’ plans to strike terror and penetrate deep into the State.
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October - 17 
Unidentified militants shot dead one Kairat Ali, owner of a motorcycle garage located at JD Road in Kokrajhar town, on October 17, reports The Sentinel.
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Unidentified militants shot dead one Kairat Ali, owner of a motorcycle garage located at JD Road in Kokrajhar town, on October 17, reports The Sentinel.
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October - 17 
While probing the seizure of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs), the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has discovered the involvement of an international racket with roots in Pakistan, Indian Express reported. The Directorate of Revenue Intellige
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While probing the seizure of Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs), the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has discovered the involvement of an international racket with roots in Pakistan, Indian Express reported. The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, which was earlier probing the case had arrested two Turkish and an Indian national in July 2011 with FICN worth 10 million INR. The notes were hidden in a cavity in a Mercedes bus, which the duo identified as Mehmood and Hussain had driven from Turkey to India. The investigators found the two drove from Turkey to Iran and then to Pakistan, entering India with valid travel documents. They then went to Bangladesh, and came back with bundles of FICN. Their interrogation revealed they were paid for the trip from Bangladesh to India and promised a ‘handsome reward’ once the consignment was delivered.CBI, which has requested Interpol to trace the person who gave the consignment to the duo, claimed to have identified one person in India who was supposed to distribute the FICNs.
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October - 17 
A man, identified as Liaquat Ali, was stabbed to death in front of his house in Zia Colony within the precincts of Korangi Police Station.
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A man, identified as Liaquat Ali, was stabbed to death in front of his house in Zia Colony within the precincts of Korangi Police Station.
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October - 17 
Afghan Taliban and their Pakistani sympathisers have turned the Kharotabad area in the south western outskirts of Quetta into a safe heaven and a veritable “vacation spot”, a media report revealed on October 17, Indian Express reported. Every four mo
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Afghan Taliban and their Pakistani sympathisers have turned the Kharotabad area in the south western outskirts of Quetta into a safe heaven and a veritable “vacation spot”, a media report revealed on October 17, Indian Express reported. Every four months Taliban militants return from the warfront in Afghanistan to rejuvenate in dozens of rented residential accommodations in Kharotabad neighbourhood, Express Tribune reported. The Pakistan Government has been constantly denying reports of presence of Afghan Taliban in Quetta. However, the media report claimed that the presence of Taliban was becoming a major concern for people living in the adjoining areas who fear that United States (US) may carry out missile strikes. Madrassas in Kharotabad are providing free accommodation to militants, who move freely, knowing that Kharotabad is a safe haven, the report said. The area and madrassas are proving to be a big recruitment centres for the Taliban with six to eight new fighters being inducted for jihad (holy war) in Afghanistan every month.
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October - 17 
At least nine soldiers of the Frontier Constabulary (FC) force and 14 militants were killed in an ambush in the Akakhel area of Bara tehsil (revenue unit) in Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 17, reports Daily Tim
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At least nine soldiers of the Frontier Constabulary (FC) force and 14 militants were killed in an ambush in the Akakhel area of Bara tehsil (revenue unit) in Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 17, reports Daily Times. Three soldiers were also wounded in the attack. It was an ambush in the afternoon. It continued for two to three hours, and there have been casualties in the ambush. “The terrorists attacked FC troops during a search operation. They came under attack from a small hill where terrorists were hiding,” the political agent of Khyber Agency, Rehan Gul Khattak, said.
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October - 17 
Federal Interior Minister Rehman Malik on October 17 said that Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and al Qaeda, had planned to abduct Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Daily Times reported. The National Crisis Management Ce
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Federal Interior Minister Rehman Malik on October 17 said that Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and al Qaeda, had planned to abduct Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Daily Times reported. The National Crisis Management Cell revealed that al Qaeda had been planning to abduct Bilawal from Karachi in Sindh province. Intelligence Agencies sent a report to the Interior Ministry about al Qaeda’s plan, indicating that other officials could also be targeted by the outfit.
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October - 17 
In Jamrud tehsil, khasadar force recovered the body of a local resident, identified as Alamgir.
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In Jamrud tehsil, khasadar force recovered the body of a local resident, identified as Alamgir.
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October - 17 
Interior Minister Rehman Malik said on October 17 that the abductors are keeping Shahbaz Taseer near adjoining areas of Pak-Afghan border and he is alive, Daily Times reported. “As per intelligence information, the abductors have kept the son of late
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Interior Minister Rehman Malik said on October 17 that the abductors are keeping Shahbaz Taseer near adjoining areas of Pak-Afghan border and he is alive, Daily Times reported. “As per intelligence information, the abductors have kept the son of late Punjab Governor Salman Taseer in the border areas with Afghanistan, but I want to tell the terrorist that their coward action cannot weaken the Government’s commitment against extremism and terrorism,” he said. Shahbaz was abducted from Lahore District of Punjab province on August 26, 2011 when he was proceeding to his office. Rehman Malik said VIPs in the Government were facing threats from Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and al Qaeda.
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October - 17 
Islamabad on October 17 said that Afghan and US-led forces had failed to hunt down Maulvi Fazlulla, a Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) cleric responsible for a spate of cross-border raids despite repeated requests from Islamabad, reports Daily Times.
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Islamabad on October 17 said that Afghan and US-led forces had failed to hunt down Maulvi Fazlulla, a Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) cleric responsible for a spate of cross-border raids despite repeated requests from Islamabad, reports Daily Times. Pakistani officials have urged the US to focus on defeating its enemies in Afghanistan instead of blaming Islamabad for its failures. “We have given locations and information about these groups to the Afghanistan Government and ISAF [International Security Assistance Force], but there has been no action,” Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General, Major-General Athar Abbas said. Fazlullah was the TTP leader in Swat Valley of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, about 160 kilometers northwest of Islamabad before a 2009 army offensive forced him to flee. Also known as FM Mullah for his fiery radio broadcasts, he regrouped in Afghanistan and established strongholds, and poses a threat to Pakistan once again, said Abbas. Fazlullah, a leading figure in the TTP is based in Kunar and Nuristan provinces of Afghanistan, said Abbas. “When they ran away from Swat, Fazlullah’s group was in tatters and was scattered,” Abbas said, adding, “They got time and support in Afghanistan.” However, Mansur Khan Mehsud of Islamabad’s FATA Research Centre doubts Fazlullah could take control of Swat or other areas. “While Fazlullah has the support of Afghan Taliban in the Kunar and Nuristan provinces, he has the capacity to only launch hit-and-run attacks,” Mehsud said.
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October - 17 
Police arrested two militants at the Tarnab check post in Peshawar while travelling to Punjab province from Darra Adamkhel town in Kohat District in a car carrying a large quantity of weapons and ammunition on October 17, reports Express Tribune. Aut
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Police arrested two militants at the Tarnab check post in Peshawar while travelling to Punjab province from Darra Adamkhel town in Kohat District in a car carrying a large quantity of weapons and ammunition on October 17, reports Express Tribune. Authorities confirmed that the suspects were transporting four Kalashnikovs, 12 rifles, 30 local-made automatic rifles and 38 chargers with 4,500 rounds of ammunition.
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October - 17 
Suspected militants killed a chief of the peace committee, identified as Azizur Rehman, of Orakzai Agency and his four associates in an ambush on Dhodha Road on October 17, Dawn reports. Azizur Rehman was going to attend a funeral when their car came
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Suspected militants killed a chief of the peace committee, identified as Azizur Rehman, of Orakzai Agency and his four associates in an ambush on Dhodha Road on October 17, Dawn reports. Azizur Rehman was going to attend a funeral when their car came under fire. The deceased were identified as Gulistan, Habibur Rehman, Abdul Khaliq and Izzat Khan.
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October - 17 
Tension prevailed in parts of Orangi Town after unidentified militants shot and killed an activist of the MQM, identified as Masoom Ali, within the jurisdiction of Pakistan Bazaar Police Station.
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Tension prevailed in parts of Orangi Town after unidentified militants shot and killed an activist of the MQM, identified as Masoom Ali, within the jurisdiction of Pakistan Bazaar Police Station.
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October - 17 
The Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) claimed to have arrested 11 people, recovering weapons from their possession. Crime branch Police arrested an alleged arms dealer, Sher Akbar, after an encounter in a raid at Nishtar Road. A huge cache of weapons,
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The Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) claimed to have arrested 11 people, recovering weapons from their possession. Crime branch Police arrested an alleged arms dealer, Sher Akbar, after an encounter in a raid at Nishtar Road. A huge cache of weapons, which included MP 5 rifle, a repeater, three 30 bore pistols, one 9-MM pistol and a Carbine rifle, was also recovered from his possession. During interrogation, Akbar confessed to have supplied arms to the criminals. In addition, LEAs and Police conducted raids in different areas of the District and arrested suspected militants. They also recovered seven Kalashnikovs, five repeaters, four TT pistols and several rounds.
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October - 17 
Three people, including a transvestite, were killed and two others injured when militants opened fire on a dance party in Topai Union Council of Buner District on October 17. Residents and Police said that a local farmer, Nek Mohammad, had organised
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Three people, including a transvestite, were killed and two others injured when militants opened fire on a dance party in Topai Union Council of Buner District on October 17. Residents and Police said that a local farmer, Nek Mohammad, had organised the dance party, including travesties, at his hujra (guesthouse) in Soray Chaghorzai village to celebrate good harvest of the maize crop.
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October - 17 
Three people, including activists of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) and Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), were killed in separate incidents of target killing in Karachi on October 17, reports Daily Times. An activist of PPP, identified as Akhtar Raza, w
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Three people, including activists of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) and Pakistan People’s Party (PPP), were killed in separate incidents of target killing in Karachi on October 17, reports Daily Times. An activist of PPP, identified as Akhtar Raza, was shot dead in front of his house at Siraj Colony, Lyari, within the limits of Baghdadi Police Station.
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October - 17 
With the United States (US) stepping up drone strikes in the Waziristan region of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), Pakistan's Defence Minister Ahmed Mukhtar said on October 17 that his Government was running out of patience and Washington
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With the United States (US) stepping up drone strikes in the Waziristan region of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), Pakistan's Defence Minister Ahmed Mukhtar said on October 17 that his Government was running out of patience and Washington must not test its limits, Indian Express reported. Pakistan has repeatedly protested the unilateral strikes, and the Government would unveil a revised policy on drone attacks soon, said Mukhtar, adding, Pakistan strongly opposes the US drone strikes and is asking the Americans to stop these attacks.
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October - 17 
Bangladesh Police on October 17 decided to introduce fake currency identifiers to check the fraudulent acts through making and marketing fake currencies, reports Daily Star. The decision came at a Quarterly Crime Conference of Police. Meeting sources
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Bangladesh Police on October 17 decided to introduce fake currency identifiers to check the fraudulent acts through making and marketing fake currencies, reports Daily Star. The decision came at a Quarterly Crime Conference of Police. Meeting sources said the fake currency identifiers would be introduced before the Eid-ul-Azha when monitory transaction goes high.
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October - 17 
Police arrested three Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres from Katakhali area near Rajshahi University on October 17 in connection with February 9 campus violence, reports Daily Star. Police said acting on a tip-off they arrested the cadres after cond
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Police arrested three Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres from Katakhali area near Rajshahi University on October 17 in connection with February 9 campus violence, reports Daily Star. Police said acting on a tip-off they arrested the cadres after conducting a drive when they were holding a secret meeting in the area.
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October - 17 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel arrested six arms peddlers in Ishwardi sub-district of Pabna District and recovered revolver, a shutter gun, four bullets and two motorbikes from their possession.
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) personnel arrested six arms peddlers in Ishwardi sub-district of Pabna District and recovered revolver, a shutter gun, four bullets and two motorbikes from their possession.
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October - 17 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB-6) on October 17 arrested a 'regional leader' of banned Jashad Gonobahini, identified as Sahed Ali (25) with a one 7.65 mm pistol and four bullets at Padomdi village under Shailkupa sub-district of Jhenidah District, repor
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB-6) on October 17 arrested a 'regional leader' of banned Jashad Gonobahini, identified as Sahed Ali (25) with a one 7.65 mm pistol and four bullets at Padomdi village under Shailkupa sub-district of Jhenidah District, reports Daily Star. According to Police, he is an active cadre of Jashad Gonobahini (Kalu group-Kushtia). Earlier on February 19, two cadres of the outfit were killed in Joyantinagar village of the same District.
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October - 17 
The counsel of Lieutenant Commander (retired) Saiful Islam Duke, nephew of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Khaleda Zia, appealed to a Speedy Trial Tribunal-1 to discharge his client from the charges of 21 August, 2004 Grenade Attack Ca
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The counsel of Lieutenant Commander (retired) Saiful Islam Duke, nephew of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Khaleda Zia, appealed to a Speedy Trial Tribunal-1 to discharge his client from the charges of 21 August, 2004 Grenade Attack Cases. Opposing the defence plea, the prosecution said Duke helped Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) leader Moulana Tajuddin, brother of detained BNP leader Abdus Salam Pintu, flee from the country after committing the offences.
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October - 17 
Sri Lanka's main Tamil party Tamil National Alliance (TNA) on October 17 staged a protest in northern Vavunya town to highlight alleged new Sinhala majority settlements being pushed by the government in the country's northern and eastern regions, PTI
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Sri Lanka's main Tamil party Tamil National Alliance (TNA) on October 17 staged a protest in northern Vavunya town to highlight alleged new Sinhala majority settlements being pushed by the government in the country's northern and eastern regions, PTI reported. The sit-in protest was also to bring to focus other land related issues concerning the Tamil minority community in the two areas. The TNA alleged that the Government was creating new Sinhala majority settlements in the northern and eastern regions against wishes of the Tamil community. However, the Government denied the allegations.
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October - 17 
The United States (US) Government said on October 17 that the US will not have any kind of judgment on the report of Sri Lanka's Lesson Learnt and Reconciliation Commission (LLRC) until its release that is expected to be in mid-November 2011, Accordi
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The United States (US) Government said on October 17 that the US will not have any kind of judgment on the report of Sri Lanka's Lesson Learnt and Reconciliation Commission (LLRC) until its release that is expected to be in mid-November 2011, According to Colombo Page. Responding to a query on the U.S. State Department's opinion of the LLRC report, the State Department Spokesperson Mark Toner said the U.S. would wait until the report is released to view whether it as sufficient.
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October - 18 
Accusing politicians in Jammu and Kashmir of exploiting the youth during the last 20 years of unrest in the State, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on October 18 said time has come for youngsters to repulse all such attempts, according to Zee News. "Jamm
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Accusing politicians in Jammu and Kashmir of exploiting the youth during the last 20 years of unrest in the State, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on October 18 said time has come for youngsters to repulse all such attempts, according to Zee News. "Jammu and Kashmir, during the period of 20 years of unrest, witnessed exploitation of young generation by both pro-election and anti-election politicians," Omar said. He said time has come when youth should "repulse" every attempt aimed at their exploitation.
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October - 18 
Chief Minister Okram Ibobi reiterated that the Government is considering the demand for upgrading Sadar Hills to a full fledged District. The Chief Minister was speaking at the reception function of Autonomous District Council (ADC) Members elected u
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Chief Minister Okram Ibobi reiterated that the Government is considering the demand for upgrading Sadar Hills to a full fledged District. The Chief Minister was speaking at the reception function of Autonomous District Council (ADC) Members elected unopposed from Senapati and Ukhrul ADCs at District Council Bhavan, Sangakpham in Imphal East District on October 18.
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October - 18 
Deccan Chronicle reports that a bag was found in mysterious circumstances at the house of P. Krishna Murty, former chairman of the agriculture market committee for Palakonda, at Kambara village of Veeraghattam mandal (administrative unit) in Srikakul
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Deccan Chronicle reports that a bag was found in mysterious circumstances at the house of P. Krishna Murty, former chairman of the agriculture market committee for Palakonda, at Kambara village of Veeraghattam mandal (administrative unit) in Srikakulam District on October 18. Police recovered the bag and found a set of detonators, a bundle of Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) literature and a letter demanding INR 500,000 from Murty. Police officials suspect that the bag might belong to the Maoists of the Nagavali dalam (squad) of the Andhra-Orissa border. Palakonda Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), B.D.V. Sagar said that the bag and the material included a 12-page letter.
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October - 18 
Four activists of anti-Maoist Chasi Mulia Adivasi Sangh (CMAS) of Bandhugaon unit were allegedly abducted by the Maoists near Katulpeta in Koraput District in the evening of October 18, reports The Hindu. The CMAS group of Bandhugaon block is opposed
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Four activists of anti-Maoist Chasi Mulia Adivasi Sangh (CMAS) of Bandhugaon unit were allegedly abducted by the Maoists near Katulpeta in Koraput District in the evening of October 18, reports The Hindu. The CMAS group of Bandhugaon block is opposed to violent activities of Maoists while the CMAS group of Narayanpatna block is allegedly supported by the Maoists.
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October - 18 
High alert has been sounded in all 14 Police Station areas in the District following revelations by Jagannath Nayak, a top Maoist that an attack by the Maoists was being planned, reports Hindustan Times.
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High alert has been sounded in all 14 Police Station areas in the District following revelations by Jagannath Nayak, a top Maoist that an attack by the Maoists was being planned, reports Hindustan Times.
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October - 18 
Kanglaonline reports that an armed encounter took place between the cadres of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) in a forest at Guitang village under Khoupum Police Station in Tamenglong Di
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Kanglaonline reports that an armed encounter took place between the cadres of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) and Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) in a forest at Guitang village under Khoupum Police Station in Tamenglong District on October 18. According to local sources, the gun fight between the heavily armed cadres of NSCN-IM and ZUF started from around 5 am [local time] and lasted for more than three hours till about 8:30 am [local time]. The incident happened when some ZUF cadres intruded into Guitang village which was already occupied by the NSCN-IM cadres. The firing began due to miscommunication between the cadres at the spot resulting in fierce gun battle, the source added. There are possibilities of heavy casualties during the encounter on both sides, however no exact information was available till the filing of this report. Earlier, five cadres of NSCN-IM were killed during an ambush by ZUF cadres on October 7 at Laisok village in the same District.
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October - 18 
Nagaland Post reports that a low intensity bomb exploded inside the compound of State social welfare minister, N. Loken, at Leimapokpam in Bishnupur District on October 18. According to Police sources, the bomb, a local made, was hurled by unidentif
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Nagaland Post reports that a low intensity bomb exploded inside the compound of State social welfare minister, N. Loken, at Leimapokpam in Bishnupur District on October 18. According to Police sources, the bomb, a local made, was hurled by unidentified militants. No casualty was reported in the blast. Various militant outfits are demanding siphoning off funds released by the Centre for the scheme sponsored by it to the State social welfare department.
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October - 18 
The Army has said the issue of withdrawal of Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) from peaceful areas of Jammu and Kashmir has not even come up for discussions in the unified command or core group meetings of the Security Forces, DNA reported on O
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The Army has said the issue of withdrawal of Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) from peaceful areas of Jammu and Kashmir has not even come up for discussions in the unified command or core group meetings of the Security Forces, DNA reported on October 19. “The deliberations on this subject are still going on. We will have our uniform command and core group meetings. This issue (AFSPA withdrawal) has not even come up for once in discussions. I think we can only make apt and informant commands once we discuss it in house”, said Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain, General officer Commanding (GOC, 15 corps).
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October - 18 
The Jharkhand Sangharsh Jan Mukti Morcha (JSJMM) ‘chief’, ‘commander’ Jahir Ansari alias Tufan, was arrested along with two of his associates, Seraj Ansari and Anis Ansari, by a joint Police team of Lohardaga, Kisko and Kuru blocks on October 18, rep
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The Jharkhand Sangharsh Jan Mukti Morcha (JSJMM) ‘chief’, ‘commander’ Jahir Ansari alias Tufan, was arrested along with two of his associates, Seraj Ansari and Anis Ansari, by a joint Police team of Lohardaga, Kisko and Kuru blocks on October 18, reports The Times of India. Police seized cell-phones, Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) literature, including receipts of levy collection, INR 8,000 in cash collected as levy, from the possession of the JSJMM. The Superintendent of Police (SP), Jitendra Kumar Singh, presented the trio before forwarding them to judicial custody on October 19. In addition, Police will drive out the cadres of the CPI-Maoist from the Jhumra hills range in Bokaro and Hazaribagh Districts after flushing them out from the Saranda forests in West Singhbhum, said Director General of Police (DGP) G S Rath. "After their successful operation in Saranda, Police will soon launch a similar drive in Jhumra Pahar region of Bokaro and Hazaribagh Districts, but for that Police requires the cooperation of local people," the Police chief said.
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October - 18 
The one-man inquiry committee, constituted to probe ‘secret killing’ by the Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) militants, has submitted its report. This was informed by the Commissioner and Secretary (Commissioner of Division Tura) Peter W Ingt
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The one-man inquiry committee, constituted to probe ‘secret killing’ by the Achik National Volunteers Council (ANVC) militants, has submitted its report. This was informed by the Commissioner and Secretary (Commissioner of Division Tura) Peter W Ingty, who headed the panel, on October 18. The ANVC was accused of killing several Garo youths by the GNLA. The GNLA had accused the ANVC cadres of indulging into ‘secret killings’.
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October - 18 
The Security Forces recovered four landmines of 25 kilograms each during a combing operation in Godibali Chhaka near Kerubadi under Daringibadi Police limits in Kandhamal District on October 18, reports The Times of India. The Communist Party of Indi
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The Security Forces recovered four landmines of 25 kilograms each during a combing operation in Godibali Chhaka near Kerubadi under Daringibadi Police limits in Kandhamal District on October 18, reports The Times of India. The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) were probably planning a major explosion and wanted to plant the landmines in the area, Kandhamal Superintendent of Police J N Pankaj said.
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October - 18 
The Shillong Times reports that Police killed a senior Garo National Liberation army (GNLA) ‘deputy area commander’ Dilseng alias Bashish on the outskirts of Nengmaldalgre village, 6 kilometers from Williamnagar in East Garo Hills District on October
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The Shillong Times reports that Police killed a senior Garo National Liberation army (GNLA) ‘deputy area commander’ Dilseng alias Bashish on the outskirts of Nengmaldalgre village, 6 kilometers from Williamnagar in East Garo Hills District on October 18. The ‘chief’ of GNLA Sohan D Shira who happened to be with the group narrowly escaped. The encounter happened when Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) commandos of the District Police together with Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel and Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) units were scouting the area for movement of militants. Police recovered an AK-47 rifle with three magazines containing ammunition and one .9 mm pistol along with his GNLA identity card from the slain militant. One powerful wireless handset was also recovered from the spot.
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October - 18 
The State-appointed interlocutors are expected to brief the CM on October 18 (today) on the details of the Maoists' offer of a month-long truce on the condition that joint security operations against them are suspended. “We will formally be conveyin
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The State-appointed interlocutors are expected to brief the CM on October 18 (today) on the details of the Maoists' offer of a month-long truce on the condition that joint security operations against them are suspended. “We will formally be conveying the Maoist offer to Ms. Banerjee at the meeting” said Choton Das, who along with colleague Sujato Bhadra and Akash, Secretary of the West Bengal State committee of the CPI-Maoist, had signed the statement containing the offer which was made public on October 4.
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October - 18 
Times of India reports that tension gripped the remote Khoupum area in Zeliangrong-dominated Tamenglong District after the earlier reported gunfight that broke out between National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants and the
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Times of India reports that tension gripped the remote Khoupum area in Zeliangrong-dominated Tamenglong District after the earlier reported gunfight that broke out between National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) militants and the Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) on October 18. The encounter which took place inside jungles near Guiteng Chingkao village, forced many villagers to flee their homes and though the gunfight has stopped, some villagers are yet to return to their homes.
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October - 18 
Unidentified militants killed a civilian driver while they attempted to snatch away INR 4.7 million from employees of a private company at Kulsipara in Udalguri District on October 18, reports Times of India.
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Unidentified militants killed a civilian driver while they attempted to snatch away INR 4.7 million from employees of a private company at Kulsipara in Udalguri District on October 18, reports Times of India.
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October - 18 
Within 48 hours of Chief Minister (CM) Mamata Banerjee’s seven-day ultimatum to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to lay down arms and come to the negotiating table, joint Police Forces and Maoist squads exchanged fire at the Banksole
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Within 48 hours of Chief Minister (CM) Mamata Banerjee’s seven-day ultimatum to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to lay down arms and come to the negotiating table, joint Police Forces and Maoist squads exchanged fire at the Banksole forest in West Midnapore District on October 18, reports The Indian Express. It was an “intelligence based operation”. The police seized a .303 rifle, 10 live cartridges, three empty cases, a detonator and Maoist literature and transistors, said Gaurav Sharma, Superintendent of Police (SP), Jhargram. When asked if there was any mandate from the government to launch such an operation when the Chief Minister had given a seven-day ultimatum to the Maoists, Alok Rajoria, Additional SP (Operations), Jhargram said: “If there is an armed movement, we have to operate.” Vivek Sahai, Inspector General, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) said, “We have no order to restrict our operations. The operations are on.” The confrontation came on a day the CM talked to Government-appointed interlocutors at Writers’ Buildings (State Secretariat) to discuss the peace process with the Maoists. In Kolkata, chief interlocutor Sujato Bhadra said after the discussions with Mamata Banerjee that “the dialogue process is on and will continue”. According to sources, during the closed-door meeting, the CM is said to have asked the interlocutors to get a written statement from a Maoist central committee member that during the peace process, there will be no killing in Jungle Mahal and display of armed action.
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October - 18 
Zee News reports that Security Forces (SFs) have ‘liberated’ 56 villages having population over 36,000 from the clutches of Maoists in Saranda forest in West Singhbhum District, where a new developmental action plan will be implemented soon. Describi
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Zee News reports that Security Forces (SFs) have ‘liberated’ 56 villages having population over 36,000 from the clutches of Maoists in Saranda forest in West Singhbhum District, where a new developmental action plan will be implemented soon. Describing it as a major success, Union Home Ministry officials said the villages under six 'Gram Sabha' (Village Council) had been under the dominance of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) for a long period and as a result no development has taken place there. Under the 'Saranda Action Plan', prepared by the Rural Development Ministry, the Government will immediately distribute solar-lanterns and bicycles, help construction of pre-fabricated houses for BPL (Below Poverty Line) families under the Indira Awas Yojana (IAY) and bridges with the help of Army and distribute hand-pumps for drinking water. The Centre will also help the Jharkhand Government to raise one battalion (approximately 1,000 personnel) of Indian Reserve Police (IRP) force by recruiting local tribal youth. The Home Ministry will provide the funds to raise the Indian Reserve force battalion. This force will be deployed to provide security to the local population and help authorities to carry out the development activities, officials said.
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October - 18 
A report prepared by the Islamabad Police on October 18 revealed that though the Islamabad Police and the Intelligence Agencies were successful in foiling a well-planned terror attack in Islamabad, the information extracted from the arrested terroris
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A report prepared by the Islamabad Police on October 18 revealed that though the Islamabad Police and the Intelligence Agencies were successful in foiling a well-planned terror attack in Islamabad, the information extracted from the arrested terrorists pointed towards a link between the Ghazi Force, which is associated with Ghazi Abdur Rasheed’s followers of the Lal Masjid (Red Mosque), and the militants based in the North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), reports The News. Sheikh Khalid, member of the Taliban Shura , Qari Wali Muhammad Tofani, Qari Aashiq Ullah alias Saqib, Gul Badshah, Waleed alias Abdullah and Taj Gul, a Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Commander, Dildar alias Umar Mansoor, Colonel (r) Tassadaq Hussain and Maulana Abdul Qayyum were key players of the Islamabad terrorism plan, a report prepared by the Police claimed. These five terrorists arrested by the Islamabad Police, who claim to be members of the Ghazi Force, have revealed their links with the militants in North Waziristan and the Orakzai Agencies. The arrested terrorists revealed during investigations that they had links with TTP based in Dabori area of Orakzai Agency and in North Waziristan. They disclosed that the planning for the foiled terror strike Islamabad was done in Miranshah area of North Waziristan and they started working on it in July, 2011 in Qari Hussain Markaz.
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October - 18 
A Senior Commander of the Pakistan Army said on October 18 that private militias also called Amn Lashkars have played a commendable role in maintaining peace and normalcy in some parts of the restive tribal regions, Express Tribune reported. In a bri
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A Senior Commander of the Pakistan Army said on October 18 that private militias also called Amn Lashkars have played a commendable role in maintaining peace and normalcy in some parts of the restive tribal regions, Express Tribune reported. In a brief address to tribal elders and volunteers of an Amn lashkar in Frontier Region (FR) Kohat, Peshawar Corps Commander Lieutenant-General Asif Yasin Malik also said that extremists have been flushed out from several areas as a result of military operations and the writ of the state has been re-established there. Malik claimed that extremist groups have been weakened as a result of successive military operations, and called upon the tribal elders to not allow the extremists to regroup in their villages and towns. Chief of the Jowakai Aman Lashkar, said that dozens of volunteers from his militia have been killed and their houses destroyed by militants. “Notwithstanding these losses, our morale is high and we will continue to fight the extremists,” Naib Khan added. However, Khan demanded that his lashkar be provided with weapons and funds to keep this fight against a well-equipped enemy going.
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October - 18 
Afghan Security Forces (SFs) and their NATO allies have launched a new push against the al Qaeda linked Haqqani Network along the Pakistani border, Senior Defence officials said on October 18, reports The News. U.S commanders say the network, a facti
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Afghan Security Forces (SFs) and their NATO allies have launched a new push against the al Qaeda linked Haqqani Network along the Pakistani border, Senior Defence officials said on October 18, reports The News. U.S commanders say the network, a faction of the Afghan Taliban, is their most potent enemy in eastern Afghanistan and increasingly capable of launching high-profile attacks in Kabul. Afghan Defence Minister Abdul Rahim Wardak said operation 'Knife Edge' was launched two days ago, while a senior Defence Ministry official said it was 'largely against the Haqqani Network'. A NATO spokesman confirmed only that 'enhanced official operations' were ongoing in the eastern region that borders Pakistan, but offered no further details for security reasons. The operation would "deliver a crashing blow to the enemy's capabilities to conduct operations, especially terrorist operations during the winter", Wardak said.
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October - 18 
All Party Hurriyat Conference-Geelani (APHC-G) chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani expressed his willingness to hold talks with the Centre over Kashmir issue, reported Times of India on October 18. He said he would seek the consent of his colleagues in th
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All Party Hurriyat Conference-Geelani (APHC-G) chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani expressed his willingness to hold talks with the Centre over Kashmir issue, reported Times of India on October 18. He said he would seek the consent of his colleagues in the advisory committee if the Centre extended an offer for talks. He, however, said that India should first accept his four demands- acknowledgement of Kashmir as an international dispute, demilitarization Jammu and Kashmir, revocation of draconian laws like AFSPA, Public Safety Act etc., release of political prisoners and prosecution of Security Forces responsible for the killing of over 100 people last summer.
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October - 18 
An official of Law Enforcement Agency (LEA), identified as Ansar Abbas, was killed in a landmine explosion in Pirkoh area of Dera Bugti District on October 18, reported The News.
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An official of Law Enforcement Agency (LEA), identified as Ansar Abbas, was killed in a landmine explosion in Pirkoh area of Dera Bugti District on October 18, reported The News.
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October - 18 
At least three persons were killed when mortar shells fired by unidentified militants hit four houses in Bara tehsil (revenue unit) of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 18, reported Dawn. Local sources said that a
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At least three persons were killed when mortar shells fired by unidentified militants hit four houses in Bara tehsil (revenue unit) of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 18, reported Dawn. Local sources said that a retired subedar of Khasadar Force (Tribal Police), Saleh Shah, was killed when a mortar shell hit his house in Najeeb Kallay area of Mandi Kas in Shalobar. In two other similar incidents in the same locality, a local tribesman Khiyal Jan and an Afghan minor boy lost their lives.
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October - 18 
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani said that Pakistan Army had no objection over the Government having dialogues with TTP. Briefing the Parliamentary Defence committees at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi, Kayani said that he h
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Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani said that Pakistan Army had no objection over the Government having dialogues with TTP. Briefing the Parliamentary Defence committees at General Headquarters in Rawalpindi, Kayani said that he had no intention to send troops to North Waziristan in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) prior to the Government orders.
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October - 18 
Federal Police arrested seven suspects for their alleged involvement in the October 6, 2011 abduction of a trader of Sector F-6/1 in Islamabad and keeping him ‘chained’ in some area of Punjab while demanding PNR 5 million as ransom from the family me
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Federal Police arrested seven suspects for their alleged involvement in the October 6, 2011 abduction of a trader of Sector F-6/1 in Islamabad and keeping him ‘chained’ in some area of Punjab while demanding PNR 5 million as ransom from the family members of the abducted man, a Police official said.
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October - 18 
Four people were killed in an incident of targeted killing in North Karachi on October 18, reported Dawn. According to Police, some people on a motorcycle opened fire at a garment shop near Nagan Chowrangi attacking the owners and salesmen of the sho
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Four people were killed in an incident of targeted killing in North Karachi on October 18, reported Dawn. According to Police, some people on a motorcycle opened fire at a garment shop near Nagan Chowrangi attacking the owners and salesmen of the shop which remained open till late in the night. Some residents said the victims belonged to the Deobandi School, but they were not very active.
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October - 18 
In Akkakhel area, a prayer leader Mulana Naseeb and two worshippers identified as Shafeeq and Salim Afridi were critically injured when a mortar shell fell on Charsiyano mosque.
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In Akkakhel area, a prayer leader Mulana Naseeb and two worshippers identified as Shafeeq and Salim Afridi were critically injured when a mortar shell fell on Charsiyano mosque.
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October - 18 
Inspector general (IG) of Punjab Police, on October 18, informed the Supreme Court (SC) that Advocate Asghar Ali Chaudhry had been rescued from the captivity of his abductors as per report of Rahimyar Khan District Police officer (DPO), reports Daily
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Inspector general (IG) of Punjab Police, on October 18, informed the Supreme Court (SC) that Advocate Asghar Ali Chaudhry had been rescued from the captivity of his abductors as per report of Rahimyar Khan District Police officer (DPO), reports Daily Times.
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October - 18 
Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General (DG) Major General Athar Abbas said on October 18 that regular army and Frontier Constabulary (FC) have been sent to border areas with Afghanistan to stop militants’ attacks, reports Daily Times
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Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General (DG) Major General Athar Abbas said on October 18 that regular army and Frontier Constabulary (FC) have been sent to border areas with Afghanistan to stop militants’ attacks, reports Daily Times. Pakistan would not allow militants to carry out attacks on its check-posts, border villages and kill its civilians, Abbas said. The ISPR DG said around 100 personnel of police, levies and paramilitary forces had so far been killed in militants’ attacks from across the border during the last three or four months. “ISAF was informed about these attacks, besides pointing out the location of hideouts of militants, but no action has so far been taken which may prove that safe havens and bunkers have either been destroyed or militants have fled from there,” he added. He said it seemed that there was no presence of Afghan army or International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in a vast area from where militants operated against Pakistan.
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October - 18 
Pakistan will only hold peace talks with Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants if they lay down their arms first, Interior Minister Rehman Malik said on October 18, after both sides signalled willingness to consider negotiations, reported Daily
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Pakistan will only hold peace talks with Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants if they lay down their arms first, Interior Minister Rehman Malik said on October 18, after both sides signalled willingness to consider negotiations, reported Daily Times. “The minimum agenda is that they give up arms and come forward and then there will be talks. But if they think they will keep Kalashnikovs in their hands and also hold talks, that will not happen,” Malik said. However, any deals with the TTP could anger Washington, which has been pushing Pakistan to crack down harder on militant groups since American Special Forces killed Osama bin Laden on May 1, 2011 in Abbottabad, where he had been living for years. Last year, the US added the TTP to its list of Foreign Terrorist Organisations and set rewards of up to $5 million for information leading to the capture of its leaders. Past peace deals with the group failed to improve security, and instead enabled it to build up strength and impose its harsh version of Islam in areas ceded to it.
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October - 18 
Sir Syed Police claimed to have arrested three persons Babar, Naveed and Abid and recovered two TT pistols from their possession. In yet another raid in Mehran Town, Korangi Industrial Area Police arrested two suspects, Altaf and Mohammad Khan and re
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Sir Syed Police claimed to have arrested three persons Babar, Naveed and Abid and recovered two TT pistols from their possession. In yet another raid in Mehran Town, Korangi Industrial Area Police arrested two suspects, Altaf and Mohammad Khan and recovered a rifle and a TT pistol from their possession. Super Market Police also claimed to have recovered a huge cache of weapons from C-1 Area graveyard in Liaquatabad.
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October - 18 
Special Investigation Unit (SIU) of the Criminal Investigation Agency (CIA) claimed to have arrested three militants of the TTP. According to officials, the suspects were identified as Khalid Khan, Mohammad Jan, and Gul Wali. SIU official said that t
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Special Investigation Unit (SIU) of the Criminal Investigation Agency (CIA) claimed to have arrested three militants of the TTP. According to officials, the suspects were identified as Khalid Khan, Mohammad Jan, and Gul Wali. SIU official said that the suspects belonged to Qari Shakeel group of TTP.
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October - 18 
Strict security measures have been ensured for the metropolis on October 18 (today) in the wake of potential terror threat. Sources privy to the matter on October 17 said that Intelligence Agencies have warned of a possible terror activity on October
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Strict security measures have been ensured for the metropolis on October 18 (today) in the wake of potential terror threat. Sources privy to the matter on October 17 said that Intelligence Agencies have warned of a possible terror activity on October 18. They said that the terrorists could target any place in the city, particularly, the Karsaz Road where PPP is due to organise prayers for the martyrs of twin blasts.
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October - 18 
The advocate general submitted before a bench of the Balochistan High Court (BHC) a report of the Crimes Investigation Department (CID) which stated that an important clue had been found in the September 20, 2011 Mastung massacre, but said that detai
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The advocate general submitted before a bench of the Balochistan High Court (BHC) a report of the Crimes Investigation Department (CID) which stated that an important clue had been found in the September 20, 2011 Mastung massacre, but said that details could not be disclosed because that would affect further investigation, reported Dawn.
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October - 18 
The Army Chief, General Ashfaq Pervez Kayani did not rule out the possibility of a United States (US) ground offensive in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), but told Parliamentarians on October 18 that Washington w
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The Army Chief, General Ashfaq Pervez Kayani did not rule out the possibility of a United States (US) ground offensive in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), but told Parliamentarians on October 18 that Washington will think ‘many times’ before launching such an attack, Express Tribune reports. “They [the US] might do it but they will have to think ten times because Pakistan is not Iraq or Afghanistan,” Chief of Army Staff Kayani said. Acknowledging that the US is pressing Pakistan to launch a military operation in North Waziristan, Kayani said that the ongoing build-up of Afghan and International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) troops along the Pak-Afghan border is a tactic to intensify that pressure. “We have made it clear to the US that we will decide the timing of any such action according to our situation and capabilities. We have also told them that the problem lies within Afghanistan. If anyone convinces me that everything will be sorted out if we act in North Waziristan, I will take immediate action,” a Parliamentarian, requesting anonymity, quoted Kayani. General Kayani’s statement came hours after senior Afghan Defence officials said the country’s Security Forces and their NATO allies have launched a new push against the Haqqani Network.
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October - 18 
The Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) claimed to have arrested 10 suspects, including three militants of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), during separate raids in different parts of the city and also recovered weapons. Clifton Police claimed to have a
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The Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) claimed to have arrested 10 suspects, including three militants of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), during separate raids in different parts of the city and also recovered weapons. Clifton Police claimed to have arrested an alleged target killer, identified as Asif Iqbal, after a brief encounter in Khayaban-e-Tauheed. Police recovered two hand grenades, two 7mm rifles and four TT pistols form his possession. The accused is affiliated with a political party and was involved in target killings of nearly 42 people.
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October - 18 
Times of India reports that the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) is slowly fading away as its remaining ‘commanders’ and cadres are being taken out on a regular interval by Security Forces. According to estimates available, there is hardly over two dozen acti
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Times of India reports that the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) is slowly fading away as its remaining ‘commanders’ and cadres are being taken out on a regular interval by Security Forces. According to estimates available, there is hardly over two dozen active militants left in HM, the biggest indigenous militant group ever in Kashmir. Even the remaining militants have not resorted to any major action in months now. "They are basically reduced to throwing occasional grenades or random firing, even those are very rare," an unnamed senior official said on the plight of HM.
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October - 18 
Two tribal women sustained injuries when another mortar shell fell on the house of Zar Wali in Kalanga-Meri Khel area. In Landikotal, a mosque adjacent to the house of MNA Noorul Haq Qadri was hit by a rocket fired by unidentified militants from a ne
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Two tribal women sustained injuries when another mortar shell fell on the house of Zar Wali in Kalanga-Meri Khel area. In Landikotal, a mosque adjacent to the house of MNA Noorul Haq Qadri was hit by a rocket fired by unidentified militants from a nearby hilltop. Officials said that the rocket attack caused partial damage to the outer wall and main gate of the mosque. However, no casualties were reported.
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October - 18 
Unidentified armed militants set ablaze a container of a private company near Dasht in Mastung District injuring a driver, identified as Muhammad Irfan, reports Daily Times. Two containers of a private company carrying goods were on their way to Quet
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Unidentified armed militants set ablaze a container of a private company near Dasht in Mastung District injuring a driver, identified as Muhammad Irfan, reports Daily Times. Two containers of a private company carrying goods were on their way to Quetta from Karachi when armed militants opened fire on them forcing the drivers to stop.
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October - 18 
According to Kantipuronline, the opposition parties—Nepali Congress (NC) and Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML)—who had agreed to harmonise their positions on the integration of Maoist combatants, have gone a step further by
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According to Kantipuronline, the opposition parties—Nepali Congress (NC) and Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML)—who had agreed to harmonise their positions on the integration of Maoist combatants, have gone a step further by preparing a ‘flexible’ joint proposal that they say should be acceptable to the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M). The proposal will be presented to the UCPN-M in a meeting scheduled with Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai on October 18 (today). “We are proposing a deal which the Maoists simply cannot refuse,” said an NC leader suggesting that an agreement was almost a done deal. “Our proposal is in line with what the Maoists have already agreed to in talks post-Dashain.”
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October - 18 
A court in Chittagong on October 18 acquitted 97 members of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), earlier known as Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) of Satkania Baitul Ijjat unit from treason charges in 2009 mutiny.
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A court in Chittagong on October 18 acquitted 97 members of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), earlier known as Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) of Satkania Baitul Ijjat unit from treason charges in 2009 mutiny.
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October - 18 
Police arrested two cadres of Hizb-ut Tawhid, identified as Mohammad Ishaque Ali and Khandaker Kharul Azam on October 17 near Garib Newaz Clinic at KDA Avenue in Khulna District, according to Daily Star. Police recovered some booklets and leaflets fr
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Police arrested two cadres of Hizb-ut Tawhid, identified as Mohammad Ishaque Ali and Khandaker Kharul Azam on October 17 near Garib Newaz Clinic at KDA Avenue in Khulna District, according to Daily Star. Police recovered some booklets and leaflets from them which contain instructions and modus operandi of how to carry out militant activities.
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October - 18 
The Detective Branch (DB) of Dhaka Metropolitan Police on October 18 arrested seven persons, including a female, and recovered fake currencies worth BTK 5.1 million, INR 350,000 and USD 30,000 from their possession during raids in different parts of
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The Detective Branch (DB) of Dhaka Metropolitan Police on October 18 arrested seven persons, including a female, and recovered fake currencies worth BTK 5.1 million, INR 350,000 and USD 30,000 from their possession during raids in different parts of the capital (Dhaka City) and its outskirts, reports Gulf Times. Besides, fake currency making equipment was also seized. Earlier, on October 15, fake currency-making syndicate ‘ringleader’ Humayun Kabir and his associate Abul Khayer were arrested from Bangladesh Housing Society in Mohammadpur area of Dhaka City and recovery of fake currencies of over BTK 2 million and fake currency-making equipment was made.
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October - 18 
The High Court granted anticipatory bail to Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), the parent party of Islamic Chhatra Shibir (ICS) leader Abdur Razzaq for four months in a vandalism case for causing violent activities on September 19.
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The High Court granted anticipatory bail to Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), the parent party of Islamic Chhatra Shibir (ICS) leader Abdur Razzaq for four months in a vandalism case for causing violent activities on September 19.
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October - 18 
The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) fixed October 23 as the next date for hearing a petition for interrogating former Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) lawmaker Abdul Alim, at a Dhanmondi safe home in Dhaka City in connection with War Crimes (WC
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The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) fixed October 23 as the next date for hearing a petition for interrogating former Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) lawmaker Abdul Alim, at a Dhanmondi safe home in Dhaka City in connection with War Crimes (WCs) in 1971 War. It also directed the prosecution to bring formal charges against Alim on January 16, 2012 or submit a progress report on the investigation against him, and extended Alim's bail till that date.
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October - 18 
The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on October 18 will hear a petition for permission to question former BNP lawmaker Abdul Alim, accused of War Crimes, at a Dhanmondi safe home in Dhaka City. It will also hear the progress report on the investig
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The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) on October 18 will hear a petition for permission to question former BNP lawmaker Abdul Alim, accused of War Crimes, at a Dhanmondi safe home in Dhaka City. It will also hear the progress report on the investigation into the allegations against Alim of crimes against humanity during the Liberation War.
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October - 19 
Anti-Talks Faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) militants on October 10 killed a buisinessman, identified Sanjay Basak, and injured his younger brother and looted an unspecified amount of Indian currency along with jewellery in Fatas
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Anti-Talks Faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) militants on October 10 killed a buisinessman, identified Sanjay Basak, and injured his younger brother and looted an unspecified amount of Indian currency along with jewellery in Fatasil Ambari of Guwahati city, reports The Assam Tribune. The revelation was made when Security Forces (SFs) on October 18 arrested a top ULFA-ATF militant, identified as Chandan Kalita, from the Chandmari area of Guwahati. SFs later on October 19 arrested another suspect identified as Safikul Islam from Dhubri.
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October - 19 
Anti-Talks Faction of United Liberation front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) warned tea companies in the state to pay the correct price of green leaves to small tea growers in the state or face the consequences, reports The Times of India. ULFA-ATF ‘publicity in
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Anti-Talks Faction of United Liberation front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) warned tea companies in the state to pay the correct price of green leaves to small tea growers in the state or face the consequences, reports The Times of India. ULFA-ATF ‘publicity in-charge’ Arunodoy Dohitiya on October 19 in an email said, "We appeal to big tea companies to pay the right price to them and urge the growers to intensify their protests if they don't get the correct price. ULFA will be forced to take action if the small tea growers are deprived of their dues."
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October - 19 
Joint Intelligence Committee Chief Ajit Lal said that there was no evidence of linkages between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and the ULFA, but the Left-wing Extremists have already made inroads in the Northeastern region, reports
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Joint Intelligence Committee Chief Ajit Lal said that there was no evidence of linkages between the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and the ULFA, but the Left-wing Extremists have already made inroads in the Northeastern region, reports The Shillong Times. Lal said, “There are no evidence of linkages between the CPI-Maoist and the ULFA, but there are evidence of their linkages with the People’s Liberation Army (a Manipur-based rebel group) [PLA] and the Upper Assam Leading Committee of CPI (Maoist)”.
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October - 19 
Nagaland Post reports that supervisor of ‘People’s Army of Nagaland’ of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K), ‘Lieutenant General’ Niki Sumi, asserted that Naga aspiration for reconciliation, was not factional, regional or tribal.
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Nagaland Post reports that supervisor of ‘People’s Army of Nagaland’ of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K), ‘Lieutenant General’ Niki Sumi, asserted that Naga aspiration for reconciliation, was not factional, regional or tribal. He said major players should maintain similar perspective towards a logical and realistic conclusion for “durability and sustainability.” Stating that reconciliation was endorsed and supported by different political parties and a cross section of Naga society, he said there was no problem beyond compromise or resolution as the issue was primarily a family crisis among Nagas. Niki said the issue needed to be resolved at the earliest as delay would be perilous. He said Covenant of Reconciliation (CoR) spearheaded by Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) received approval of majority of Nagas as well as foreign sympathizers but should be based on acceptable and honorable merger on the basis of “brotherhood, equality and ideologically, on the basis of historical and political rights of the Nagas.”
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October - 19 
Sanjib Jhankar, sarpanch (head) of Meghapal gram panchayat and his associate, identified as Satya Ranjan Bhoi of Hiraloi village, were arrested by the Jujumura Police for allegedly trying to extort money in the name of Maoists in Sambalpur District i
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Sanjib Jhankar, sarpanch (head) of Meghapal gram panchayat and his associate, identified as Satya Ranjan Bhoi of Hiraloi village, were arrested by the Jujumura Police for allegedly trying to extort money in the name of Maoists in Sambalpur District in the night of October 19, reports The Pioneer. “We are investing if Jhankar had direct link with the Maoists or he was extorting money in their name as panicked people prefer to pay to such persons out of fear,” said a Police Official.
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October - 19 
Security at the Karkardooma court complex in New Delhi was strengthened on October 19 following intelligence inputs that senior Congress leader Sajjan Kumar, who was to appear in court in connection with the anti-Sikh riots case, was the target of Kh
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Security at the Karkardooma court complex in New Delhi was strengthened on October 19 following intelligence inputs that senior Congress leader Sajjan Kumar, who was to appear in court in connection with the anti-Sikh riots case, was the target of Khalistani militants, according to The Times of India. In fact, the RDX haul at Ambala in Haryana (October 12) was part of the bigger terror strategy to eliminate Sajjan by bombing the court complex. Senior intelligence officers said terrorists had also planned to set off explosions at other District courts too. Sources said Khalistani militant groups - Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) and Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) - had planned to kill Sajjan to avenge the anti-Sikh riots. "KTF members had conducted a recce of the Karkardooma court and Patiala House court. Security of the Congress leader has been raised," said a senior Police officer.
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October - 19 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested one militant belonging to KCP-Mobile Task Force (KCP-MTF), identified as Naorem Jillagamba alias Jilla alias Hitler, on October 19 from Samurou Bazar in Imphal West District.
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested one militant belonging to KCP-Mobile Task Force (KCP-MTF), identified as Naorem Jillagamba alias Jilla alias Hitler, on October 19 from Samurou Bazar in Imphal West District.
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October - 19 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested two cadres of Vice-Chairman Faction of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK-VC), identified as Muhammad Naushad Ali (24) alias Anand alias Angang and Muhammad Firoz Tomba (29), in Khetri Awang Leikai in Th
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested two cadres of Vice-Chairman Faction of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK-VC), identified as Muhammad Naushad Ali (24) alias Anand alias Angang and Muhammad Firoz Tomba (29), in Khetri Awang Leikai in Thoubal District on October 19.
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October - 19 
SFs arrested a United National Liberation Front (UNLF), linkman identified as Animesh Purkasthya, from his rented house in link Road area of Silchar Town.
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SFs arrested a United National Liberation Front (UNLF), linkman identified as Animesh Purkasthya, from his rented house in link Road area of Silchar Town.
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October - 19 
SFs arrested three persons, including a top militant of the Anti-Talks Faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-ATF), identified as Kumtha Basumatary, at Sonapur on the outskirts of Guwahati city, reports The Telegraph. The other two ar
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SFs arrested three persons, including a top militant of the Anti-Talks Faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-ATF), identified as Kumtha Basumatary, at Sonapur on the outskirts of Guwahati city, reports The Telegraph. The other two arrested were identified as Mangal Basumatary and Amar Wari. SFs recovered a German-made Heckler and Koch G3 assault rifle, 43 rounds of ammunition, a Czech-made 9-mm Luger pistol along with two magazines and INR 8,000.
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October - 19 
SFs recovered a hand grenade from a fuel filling station from Haflong town in Dima Hasao District, reports The Sentinel. Further, apprehending retaliation by the Dimasas, hundreds of Zeme Naga, Hmar and Kuki villagers had fled away from their places
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SFs recovered a hand grenade from a fuel filling station from Haflong town in Dima Hasao District, reports The Sentinel. Further, apprehending retaliation by the Dimasas, hundreds of Zeme Naga, Hmar and Kuki villagers had fled away from their places and started taking shelter in their relatives’ places in Haflong.
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October - 19 
Shillong Times reports that Centre’s interlocutor PC Haldar on October 19 said that the Union Government is still examining the political demands of the Garo militant outfit, Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC), which is currently under ceasefire
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Shillong Times reports that Centre’s interlocutor PC Haldar on October 19 said that the Union Government is still examining the political demands of the Garo militant outfit, Achik National Volunteer Council (ANVC), which is currently under ceasefire agreement, for creation of the Garoland Territorial Council in line with that of the Bodoland Territorial Council in Assam. “We have had a discussion with the ANVC on this matter. The Union Government is still examining their demand,” Haldar, who is the Centre’s interlocutor for talks with United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), ANVC and other militant groups in Assam, said. He however said that no specific time line has been set by the Union Government.
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October - 19 
The Centre has extended its support to West Bengal Government, when needed, to deal with Maoist menace, reports Zee News. "The Chief Minister (Mamata Banerjee) is competent enough to handle the situation and as and when she requires support, we will
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The Centre has extended its support to West Bengal Government, when needed, to deal with Maoist menace, reports Zee News. "The Chief Minister (Mamata Banerjee) is competent enough to handle the situation and as and when she requires support, we will extend that," Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said.
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October - 19 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on October 19 called for a 24-hour bandh (general shutdown) in Junglemahal area on October 22, the day the deadline given by Chief Minister (CM) Mamata Banerjee to the Maoists ends, reports Hindustan T
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on October 19 called for a 24-hour bandh (general shutdown) in Junglemahal area on October 22, the day the deadline given by Chief Minister (CM) Mamata Banerjee to the Maoists ends, reports Hindustan Times. The bandh will be held in West Midnapore, Purulia and Bankura Districts, adds Zee News. "Make the bandh in Junglemahal on Saturday a success against the injustice meted out to the people of the area," Maoist state committee secretary Akash, said in an open letter. Akash, also the Maoist spokesman, alleged the State Government was "unleashing terror" in the name of peace in Junglemahal. In addition, CM Banerjee held a meeting with Maoist interlocutors on October 18 and asked them to convince the Maoists to give a written undertaking saying that they (Maoists) will surrender arms and stop killing innocent people in Jangalmahal, reports The Economic Times. But the Maoists on October 19 made it clear that they have no confidence on the chief minister's initiative to hold talks with them to bring back peace and normalcy in the region. Maoist state secretary Aakash said the bandh "has been called to give a befitting reply to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's refusal to address the issues we have raised for development of Jangalmahal."
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October - 19 
The Hindu reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed Puala Sadaram, a panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) ward member of Sanakamara village and supporter of anti-Maoist Chasi Mulia Adivasi Sang
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The Hindu reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed Puala Sadaram, a panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) ward member of Sanakamara village and supporter of anti-Maoist Chasi Mulia Adivasi Sangh (CMAS) of Bandhugaon unit, near Kumarganda village of Bandhugaon block (administrative division) in Koraput District in the night of October 19. The Maoists had left posters in Odiya and Telugu language near the body claiming that he had been killed as he was opposed to their activities and also was a Police informer.
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October - 19 
The National Investigating Agency (NIA), investigating the September 7 Delhi blast, seized five mobile telephones of Wasim Akram Malik, a Medical student, his two relatives and two associates from Kishtwar and Jammu but another mobile telephone and a
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The National Investigating Agency (NIA), investigating the September 7 Delhi blast, seized five mobile telephones of Wasim Akram Malik, a Medical student, his two relatives and two associates from Kishtwar and Jammu but another mobile telephone and a laptop used by him at Dhaka, Bangladesh remained untraced, reports Daily Excelsior. Two other seized mobile telephones belonged to Abid Hussain and Hafiz Aamir Abbas Dev, two Kishtwar students, who have already been arrested by the NIA in connection with Delhi blast and terror emails sent thereafter. Abid and Dev were arrested from Kishtwar while Wasim was arrested from IGI Airport, New Delhi soon after he landed in the capital from Dhaka. Three more accused in the blast—Junaid Akram Malik, brother of Wasim, a Medical student at Dhaka, Aamir Malik alias Akram and Jehangir Saroori, all three HM militants—were on hit list of the NIA but they couldn’t be traced. Police and NIA had reports that Aamir Malik and Saroori had left for inaccessible heights of Kishtwar while there were doubts over the movement of Junaid, who could be anywhere. The recovery of three mobile phones and some documents related to exchange of money indicates involvement of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in the terror attack.
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October - 19 
The Telegraph reports that Security Forces (SFs) neutralised a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp operating on a hilltop near Kharimari village under Adaba Police Station limits in Gajapati District on October 19. According to Police s
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The Telegraph reports that Security Forces (SFs) neutralised a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp operating on a hilltop near Kharimari village under Adaba Police Station limits in Gajapati District on October 19. According to Police sources a group of Maoists, led by Nikhil of Bansadhara division, was camping at the spot, planning to disrupt road construction work in the area. Though some uniforms and food materials were recovered from the camp, the Maoists managed to escape.
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October - 19 
The US on October 19 issued a travel alert for its citizens travelling to India reminding them of the continued possibility of terrorist attacks throughout the country ahead of the festival season, The Times of India reported. The alert, which expire
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The US on October 19 issued a travel alert for its citizens travelling to India reminding them of the continued possibility of terrorist attacks throughout the country ahead of the festival season, The Times of India reported. The alert, which expires on January 20, 2012, said the recent Indian government advisories and local media reports increased indications that terrorists are planning attacks in the country. It urged citizens to "pay particular attention to their personal security during the holiday season, which includes Hindu, Islamic, and other religious holidays between October and January".
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October - 19 
the Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) alleged on October 19 that around 50 cadres of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) attacked a hideout of ZUF on October 18 which led to the heavy exchange of fire, reports Sangai Express. “T
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the Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) alleged on October 19 that around 50 cadres of National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) attacked a hideout of ZUF on October 18 which led to the heavy exchange of fire, reports Sangai Express. “The blood thirsty Hebron heroes came and attacked the ZUF on Tuesday morning at Nongadang village under Khoupum block, Tamenglong district where a gun battle ensued bet-ween the two groups from around 5 am and lasted till 9am,” alleged the ZUF. It claimed that around two to three cadres of NSCN-IM were injured in the battle, but there were no casualty on the side of ZUF.
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October - 19 
United Jihad Council (UJC), an amalgam of 13 militant groups, chairman and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘supreme commander’ Syed Salah-ud-Din has asked separatist leaders not to enter in to any kind of bilateral dialogue with New Delhi, KNS quoted him say
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United Jihad Council (UJC), an amalgam of 13 militant groups, chairman and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) ‘supreme commander’ Syed Salah-ud-Din has asked separatist leaders not to enter in to any kind of bilateral dialogue with New Delhi, KNS quoted him saying on October 19, according to Times of India. "I appeal to both factions of Hurriyat Conference and other separatists groups to remain away from bilateral dialogue process with New Delhi. As Government of India was never sincere to solve Kashmir through dialogue," he was quoted as saying. He advised the separatist forces in the State to unite. "Re-unification of Hurriyat has become inevitable in the larger interests of the movement. We will continue our efforts to see Hurriyat becoming one again," he added. He said the time has come when there is need for a state wide movement both at political and militant fronts. He warned, “Let me tell you that we can revive our attacks in any part of the state within 24-hours."
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October - 19 
While probing the Delhi High Court blast case (September 7, 2011), the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has seized three mobile phones and some documents, including papers relating to money transaction, from residence of one of the accused Wasim A
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While probing the Delhi High Court blast case (September 7, 2011), the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has seized three mobile phones and some documents, including papers relating to money transaction, from residence of one of the accused Wasim Ahmed Malik in Jammu and Kishtwar Districts in Jammu and Kashmir, The Times of India reported. According to NIA officials these seizures could lead them to the culprits who had planted the bomb. Meanwhile interrogation of Wasim threw conflicting versions before them about the involvement of terror group. The accused is learnt to have told the NIA that the blast was carried out by someone who is associated with Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), contradicting his earlier version when he had told them about his associates' linkages to Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) and Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HuJI). Close coordination of all these groups at different levels in carrying out the blast is, however, not ruled out by the investigators.
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October - 19 
A bomb exploded at the shrine of Mian Karim Shah, situated in Naway Kalay graveyard in Swabi District on October 19, reported The News. However, no casualty was reported
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A bomb exploded at the shrine of Mian Karim Shah, situated in Naway Kalay graveyard in Swabi District on October 19, reported The News. However, no casualty was reported
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October - 19 
A bomb weighing 28 kilogrammes was recovered near a car at joint parking area of a bank and a private hospital near Jauhar Chowrangi in Gulistan-e-Jauhar area.
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A bomb weighing 28 kilogrammes was recovered near a car at joint parking area of a bank and a private hospital near Jauhar Chowrangi in Gulistan-e-Jauhar area.
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October - 19 
A Government school for girls was partially damaged in Kalanga Akkakhel area of Bara tehsil when militants blew up its building by planting an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). No casualty was reported as the schools in Bara have been closed for the
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A Government school for girls was partially damaged in Kalanga Akkakhel area of Bara tehsil when militants blew up its building by planting an Improvised Explosive Device (IED). No casualty was reported as the schools in Bara have been closed for the last two years owing to militancy and military operation.
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October - 19 
An activist of Sunni Tehreek (ST), identified as Nadeem Qureshi, was shot dead near Delhi Darbar Hotel within the limits of Shah Faisal Colony Police Station in Karachi on October 19, reports Daily Times.
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An activist of Sunni Tehreek (ST), identified as Nadeem Qureshi, was shot dead near Delhi Darbar Hotel within the limits of Shah Faisal Colony Police Station in Karachi on October 19, reports Daily Times.
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October - 19 
An oil tanker carrying fuel to NATO forces in Afghanistan was partially damaged when a time device fitted in it exploded near Ali Masjid area.
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An oil tanker carrying fuel to NATO forces in Afghanistan was partially damaged when a time device fitted in it exploded near Ali Masjid area.
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October - 19 
Army Chief Major General Ashfaq Kayani told Parliamentarians that the US should focus on pacifying Afghanistan instead of pushing Pakistan to attack North Waziristan and that Pakistan would decide if and when to act there. He said any unilateral US m
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Army Chief Major General Ashfaq Kayani told Parliamentarians that the US should focus on pacifying Afghanistan instead of pushing Pakistan to attack North Waziristan and that Pakistan would decide if and when to act there. He said any unilateral US military action in North Waziristan would be risky.
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October - 19 
At least five SF personnel sustained injuries when a remote-controlled bomb went off in Jandola town of South Waziristan Agency.
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At least five SF personnel sustained injuries when a remote-controlled bomb went off in Jandola town of South Waziristan Agency.
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October - 19 
At least six terrorists were killed and two hideouts destroyed when Security Forces (SFs) shelled them in the Spearkot area of Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 19, reported Daily Times. Official sources said that
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At least six terrorists were killed and two hideouts destroyed when Security Forces (SFs) shelled them in the Spearkot area of Kurram Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 19, reported Daily Times. Official sources said that the terrorists killed belonged to the Mullah Toofan group of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
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October - 19 
At least three militant hideouts were destroyed when helicopter gunships shelled them in Mera Sar and Baz Garha areas of Qamarkhel in Bara tehsil (revenue unit) of Khyber Agency, reported Dawn.
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At least three militant hideouts were destroyed when helicopter gunships shelled them in Mera Sar and Baz Garha areas of Qamarkhel in Bara tehsil (revenue unit) of Khyber Agency, reported Dawn.
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October - 19 
Daily Times on October 19 reported that if United States (US) policy makers need proof of how little control Pakistan has over its strategic border region with Afghanistan, they need to watch videos of militants believed to be terrorising the streets
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Daily Times on October 19 reported that if United States (US) policy makers need proof of how little control Pakistan has over its strategic border region with Afghanistan, they need to watch videos of militants believed to be terrorising the streets of North Waziristan Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) available on YouTube. Armed militants in black with patches bearing their outfit’s name, Mujahideen al-Khurasan, freely roam the streets of one of the biggest towns in North Waziristan, where the US wants Pakistan’s military to launch an offensive against terrorist groups. Terrorist outfits like the one in the videos, known as the Khurasan, seem to operate with impunity there. Al Qaeda, the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and the Haqqani Network picked the most ruthless fighters from their ranks in 2009 to form the Khurasan unit for a special mission. There are no signs of Security Forces (SFs) as the men belonging to a hit squad created to hunt suspected US spies throw a man into a station wagon and pin him down.
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October - 19 
In retaliation to Nawaz Sharif’s accusation, MQM leader Haider Abbas Rizvi accused the PML-N of supporting militant outfits in the country, adds Express Tribune. Responding to the allegations levelled by Sharif, Rizvi said that the party had been sup
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In retaliation to Nawaz Sharif’s accusation, MQM leader Haider Abbas Rizvi accused the PML-N of supporting militant outfits in the country, adds Express Tribune. Responding to the allegations levelled by Sharif, Rizvi said that the party had been supporting militant outfits financially in exchange for their services during elections.
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October - 19 
Interior Minister Rehman Malik on October 19 said that the intelligence reports had revealed that terrorists, including those behind sectarian violence in Balochistan, are operating from prisons in the province and had contacts with banned militant o
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Interior Minister Rehman Malik on October 19 said that the intelligence reports had revealed that terrorists, including those behind sectarian violence in Balochistan, are operating from prisons in the province and had contacts with banned militant outfits in Punjab, Express Tribune reported. “The Law Enforcing Agencies (LEA) have carried out a massive crack down in different jails and recovered cellular phones and evidences that gives indication of their involvement in sectarian attacks. The raids were conducted on intelligence reports,” Malik said, adding, “The process of the investigation has been extended and all the jails officials have been told to separate those terrorists behind major crimes from those who were involved in minor crimes. By doing this, we will be able to easily single out elements actively operating sectarian attacks.”
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October - 19 
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif said on October 19 that some among the Government allies were corrupt and some were involved in terrorism, Daily Times reported. He criticised the present Government of being a “total failur
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Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Nawaz Sharif said on October 19 that some among the Government allies were corrupt and some were involved in terrorism, Daily Times reported. He criticised the present Government of being a “total failure” and accused the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) of introducing politics of terrorism in Pakistan and added that it was involved in disturbing peace in Karachi.
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October - 19 
There has been a significant increase in the Haqqani Network’s activity in Khost, Paktia, Logar and Wardak provinces of Afghanistan which are used in that order as an infiltration route from Pakistan, to launch attacks on the capital Kabul, a senior
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There has been a significant increase in the Haqqani Network’s activity in Khost, Paktia, Logar and Wardak provinces of Afghanistan which are used in that order as an infiltration route from Pakistan, to launch attacks on the capital Kabul, a senior NATO official confirmed on October 19, reports Express Tribune. NATO officials said there had also been a marked increase in the number of cross border attacks from Pakistan. An official added that assistance to the Afghan Security Forces (SFs) along the border with Pakistan by NATO and the United States (US) would depend on “the level of threat coming out of Miranshah” in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), where the network leaders are allegedly based. Earlier, Sirajuddin Haqqani was quoted as saying, “Gone are the days when we were hiding in the mountains along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. Now we consider ourselves more secure in Afghanistan besides the Afghan people. Senior military and Police officials are with us.”
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October - 19 
According to Kantipuronline, the major political parties have settled the contentious issues regarding integration and rehabilitation of PLA combatants except rank determination. Leaders say series of informal talks among the parties are producing po
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According to Kantipuronline, the major political parties have settled the contentious issues regarding integration and rehabilitation of PLA combatants except rank determination. Leaders say series of informal talks among the parties are producing positive results and they are preparing to hold a formal meeting to formalise it. Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M), Nepali Congress (NC) and Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) are scheduled to meet on October 19 (today) to discuss the contentious issues of army integration. "We are close to a deal," said Maoist leader Janardan Sharma. Meanwhile, the main opposition parties- NC and CPN-UML - continued to obstruct the meeting of the parliament, demanding resignation of Defence Minister Sarat Singh Bhandari. The opposition parties have been obstructing the House demanding his resignation for publicly making controversial remarks on the possible disintegration of the country if 22 districts of Terai decide to secede. Speaking at the Reporters Club on September 26, Defence Minister Bhandari had warned that the 22 Terai Districts could disintegrate if the demands of Madheshis are not taken into consideration, saying that no one will save the nation if the Terai Districts decide to secede.
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October - 19 
Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai on October 19 sacked Defence Minister Sarad Singh Bhandari, a prominent Madhesi leader, for allegedly making secessionist remarks, reports The Hindu. Bhandari was relieved from duty at the recommendation of his party
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Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai on October 19 sacked Defence Minister Sarad Singh Bhandari, a prominent Madhesi leader, for allegedly making secessionist remarks, reports The Hindu. Bhandari was relieved from duty at the recommendation of his party Madhesi Peoples Rights Forum (MPRF)-Democratic. Earlier on October 16, Land Reforms Minister and UCPN-M leader Prabhu Sah was relieved from the post for his alleged links in the murder of a Hindu youth leader Kashi Nath Tiwari in 2010. He too was relieved on the recommendation of his party.
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October - 19 
Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairperson Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on October 19 said that the parties are close to reaching a 'ground breaking' deal on the disputed issues of army integration, reports Nepal News. "The regr
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Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairperson Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on October 19 said that the parties are close to reaching a 'ground breaking' deal on the disputed issues of army integration, reports Nepal News. "The regrouping of the [People's Liberation Army] combatants will start soon," he assured, adding further that there exists no dispute regarding constitution drafting. He claimed there will be crucial agreement on the ongoing constitution drafting and peace processes between the political parties prior to Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai's scheduled departure to India on an official visit on October 20 (today). He said that the parties will reach a concrete agreement on the issue of peace and constitution by October 20-morning.
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October - 20 
A suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was arrested from near Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's residence in South Kolkata, reports IBN Live. The alleged Maoist, identified as Prakash Acharya is a resident of Lodha Suli in Wes
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A suspected Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was arrested from near Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's residence in South Kolkata, reports IBN Live. The alleged Maoist, identified as Prakash Acharya is a resident of Lodha Suli in West Midnapore District. He has five murder and three landmine cases against him. However, Acharya claimed that he had gone to Chief Minister's residence to surrender. The Police sources said that he was being interrogated by the Kolkata Police and Special Task Force (STF).
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October - 20 
A Police report said that 74 people, mostly tribals, were abducted by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militants this year in Tripura, as against 114 and 121 people in 2010 and 2009 respectively, reports,
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A Police report said that 74 people, mostly tribals, were abducted by National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF) militants this year in Tripura, as against 114 and 121 people in 2010 and 2009 respectively, reports, The Sentinel.
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October - 20 
All Party Hurriyat Conference-Geelani (APHC-G) chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani on October 20 rebuffed United Jihad Council (UJC) leader and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) chief Syed Salah-ud-Din's appeal against taking to the Union Government, saying he do
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All Party Hurriyat Conference-Geelani (APHC-G) chairman Syed Ali Shah Geelani on October 20 rebuffed United Jihad Council (UJC) leader and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) chief Syed Salah-ud-Din's appeal against taking to the Union Government, saying he does not take "dictations'', reports The Times of India. "We take our own decisions here and dictations are not taken by us," he said while reacting to Salah-ud-Din's statement. Geelani said his Hurriyat faction would accept the Centre's talks offer only after a formal invitation. "The talks offer in that case will be discussed in the advisory council of (his Hurriyat faction),'' he told reporters. Geelani had earlier ruled out unconditional dialogue with the Centre, saying New Delhi should first accede to his five demands, including demilitarization, as a precondition to the talks.
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October - 20 
Central Government has urged the Singapore government to investigate an account in a bank of that country which allegedly belongs to the Black Widow (BW) militant group ‘commander-in-chief’ Niranjan Hojai, reports The Telegraph.
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Central Government has urged the Singapore government to investigate an account in a bank of that country which allegedly belongs to the Black Widow (BW) militant group ‘commander-in-chief’ Niranjan Hojai, reports The Telegraph.
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October - 20 
In the night of October 20, the Maoists attacked a forest guesthouse in the village and tied up the forest guards in their quarters and also looted a ration shop, Dangi said, reports The Telegraph. The Police team had gone there to visit the incident
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In the night of October 20, the Maoists attacked a forest guesthouse in the village and tied up the forest guards in their quarters and also looted a ration shop, Dangi said, reports The Telegraph. The Police team had gone there to visit the incident site and was ambushed while returning.
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October - 20 
Kanglaonline reports that altogether 18 militants belonging to seven different militant outfits laid down their arms before Chief Minister Okram Ibobi on October 20 in a home coming ceremony held at HQ Inspector General of Assam Rifles-South (IGAR-So
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Kanglaonline reports that altogether 18 militants belonging to seven different militant outfits laid down their arms before Chief Minister Okram Ibobi on October 20 in a home coming ceremony held at HQ Inspector General of Assam Rifles-South (IGAR-South) Mantripukhri in Imphal. The surrendered militants included 11 cadres of Kuki National Liberation Front (KNLF), two cadres of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK), one each of Noyon faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-Noyon), UNLF, United People`s Party of Kangleipak (UPPK), People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and Pakan Reunification Army (PRA). They also surrendered four AK-56 rifles, two AK-47 rifles, six .9 mm pistols, three .32 mm pistols and one each of 7.65 mm pistol, 2-inch mortar, M-16 rifle and radio set along with huge amount of ammunitions and magazines.
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October - 20 
Maoists abducted Krishna Pidika, a supporter of the CMAS of Bandhugaon unit, from a market place in Almonda of Bandhugaon block in the District. A group of armed Maoists and their supporters dragged away Krishna from the market place. Krishna was att
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Maoists abducted Krishna Pidika, a supporter of the CMAS of Bandhugaon unit, from a market place in Almonda of Bandhugaon block in the District. A group of armed Maoists and their supporters dragged away Krishna from the market place. Krishna was attached to the cultural wing of the CMAS of Bandhugaon unit and used to sing songs at meetings organised by this group.
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October - 20 
Maoists triggered a landmine blast in Kiriburu area in Keonjhar District on October 20, reports Zee News. The blast damaged the glass panes of a vehicle ferrying three troopers of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), including the driver, who wer
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Maoists triggered a landmine blast in Kiriburu area in Keonjhar District on October 20, reports Zee News. The blast damaged the glass panes of a vehicle ferrying three troopers of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), including the driver, who were proceeding from Kiriburu to Megadpur mines to pick up Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) troopers, Keonjhar Superintendent of Police (SP) Asish Singh said. However, no one in the vehicle was injured in the blast, the SP added.
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October - 20 
Nagaland Post reports that eight National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militants of Chakhesang region in Nagaland including ‘Lieutenant Colonel’ Veswusayi Lohe and ‘regional secretary’, Kuosato Dozo along with six others have joine
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Nagaland Post reports that eight National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) militants of Chakhesang region in Nagaland including ‘Lieutenant Colonel’ Veswusayi Lohe and ‘regional secretary’, Kuosato Dozo along with six others have joined NSCN-Khole-Kitovi faction. The other six members are identified as Cunezo Demo, Khrunetso, Chivosa, Kuzota, Thupusa and Vesakhoto. A release issued by NSCN-Khole-Kitovi faction stated that for months “they were misinformed and misled by confused” Khaplang members who have “lost track of reality” with regard to Naga reconciliation process. Self realization and desirous of achieving the cherished dream of the Naga people, they have decided to sever all ties with S.S Khaplang followers and serve the Naga Nation under the leadership of Khole Konyak and N Kitovi Zhimomi.
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October - 20 
Security Forces (SFs) recovered 37 brand new gelatin sticks in Gurishole forest at Kanta Pahari, while patrolling in West Midnapore District on October 20, reports The Telegraph. “Around 5 am today [October 20], the security forces, with the help of
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Security Forces (SFs) recovered 37 brand new gelatin sticks in Gurishole forest at Kanta Pahari, while patrolling in West Midnapore District on October 20, reports The Telegraph. “Around 5 am today [October 20], the security forces, with the help of sniffer dogs, found the gelatine sticks under a heap of dried eucalyptus leaves,” a CRPF officer said.
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October - 20 
Shillong Times reports that unidentified armed militants abducted two drivers of Indian Railways, identified as P K Bhattacharrya and A K Sharma, near Bairabi Railway station inside North Mizoram on October 20 triggering protests by colleagues who ha
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Shillong Times reports that unidentified armed militants abducted two drivers of Indian Railways, identified as P K Bhattacharrya and A K Sharma, near Bairabi Railway station inside North Mizoram on October 20 triggering protests by colleagues who have paralysed functioning of the Railway in Badarpur section in South Assam.
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October - 20 
Shishuram Reang faction of United Democratic Liberation Army (UDLA) on October 20 abducted two civilians, identified as Tarun Kumar Bhattacharjee and SK Sarmah, from a Bairabi-bound (Mizoram) passenger train near Ramnathpur in Hailakandi District, re
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Shishuram Reang faction of United Democratic Liberation Army (UDLA) on October 20 abducted two civilians, identified as Tarun Kumar Bhattacharjee and SK Sarmah, from a Bairabi-bound (Mizoram) passenger train near Ramnathpur in Hailakandi District, reports The Sentinel. The Security Forces (SFs) later succeeded in rescuing SK Sarmah, the assistant driver of the train from dense forest at Baicherra area in South Hailakandi bordering Mizoram.
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October - 20 
The Assam Tribune quoted the DIG of Police (southern range) Vinod Kumar of saying that confessional statements of persons arrested following the arson and killing (between October 13-16, 2011) indicated that members of the Nationalist Socialist Counc
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The Assam Tribune quoted the DIG of Police (southern range) Vinod Kumar of saying that confessional statements of persons arrested following the arson and killing (between October 13-16, 2011) indicated that members of the Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Issak Muivah (NSCN-IM) were involved in the Dima Hasao clashes. Kumar said that the NSCN helped the formation of newly created militant outfit Hill Tiger Force (HTF) and also provided weapons and training and added the NSCN militants came to NC Hills (Dima Hasao) on the eve of the recent clashes and instigated the non-Dimasa people and members of the HTF. Kumar further said that Naga outfit was involved in one of the incidents of setting fire to a village.
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October - 20 
The Hmar People’s Convention- Democratic (HPC-D) is likely to split into two factions following the impeachment of its founder president, Lalhmingthanga Sanate sometimes back.
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The Hmar People’s Convention- Democratic (HPC-D) is likely to split into two factions following the impeachment of its founder president, Lalhmingthanga Sanate sometimes back.
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October - 20 
The Jammu and Kashmir Government has amended the Public Safety Act (PSA), according DNA. Under the new amendments, the minimum imprisonment period has been fixed for three months. The detention period, however, would be subject to review and can be e
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The Jammu and Kashmir Government has amended the Public Safety Act (PSA), according DNA. Under the new amendments, the minimum imprisonment period has been fixed for three months. The detention period, however, would be subject to review and can be extended from three to six months to one year depending upon the crime involved. The Government has decided not to book any minor below the age of 18 years under this act.
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October - 20 
The Ministry OF Home affairs (MHA) issued a confidential note to security agencies in the country warning them about the use of satellite phones of service providers like Thuraya, Iridium and Inmarsat, The Times of India reported. The one-page 'secre
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The Ministry OF Home affairs (MHA) issued a confidential note to security agencies in the country warning them about the use of satellite phones of service providers like Thuraya, Iridium and Inmarsat, The Times of India reported. The one-page 'secret' fax read: "Satellite phone services are not permitted in India. However, unauthorized handlers of Thuraya, Iridium and other satphone operators have been found using these connections illegally. Footprints of Dubai-based Thuraya, Iridium, Inmarsat (originally International Maritime Satellite Organization) are available in India. It is suspected that some terrorist group is using these phones." The note was sent to Additional Chief Secretaries and Director-Generals of Police of all the states, Commissioners of Police and all anti-terror wings in the country. The Department of Telecommunication (DoT) was also informed about the use of illegal satellite phones by individuals in the country, and it is reportedly exploring ways to monitor and jam them.
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October - 20 
Times of India reports that about 200 Hmar refugees from Dima Hasao District of Assam have taken shelter in Mizoram's Kolasib District along the Assam border since October 16, following ethnic clashes between Dimasas and other tribes. Many refugees b
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Times of India reports that about 200 Hmar refugees from Dima Hasao District of Assam have taken shelter in Mizoram's Kolasib District along the Assam border since October 16, following ethnic clashes between Dimasas and other tribes. Many refugees belonging to Hmar, Kuki and other ethnic communities have fled Assam's hill Districts and took shelter in Mizoram due to threats of Dimasa militant groups and other militants. Violence broke out in the Dima Hasao District on October 16 as suspected tribal militants set ablaze 19 houses of Dimasas and sprayed bullets targeting fleeing villagers, killing one person and injuring three others.
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October - 20 
ULFA-ATF has reorganized its member under three groups namely Rongili, Lakhimi and Kopili. Rongili (the cheerful lady) is the identification code for ULFA-ATF’s biggest group based in Myanmar, Lakhimi (the homely lady) is the group still left behind
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ULFA-ATF has reorganized its member under three groups namely Rongili, Lakhimi and Kopili. Rongili (the cheerful lady) is the identification code for ULFA-ATF’s biggest group based in Myanmar, Lakhimi (the homely lady) is the group still left behind in Bangladesh and Kopili (the speedy river) stands for the erstwhile 27th battalion, which is now temporarily based in Majuli.
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October - 20 
Union Home Ministry on October 20 said that terrorist outfits National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and Meitei extremist outfi
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Union Home Ministry on October 20 said that terrorist outfits National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and Meitei extremist outfits of Manipur continue to have close links between themselves to carry out subversive activities, reports The Sentinel.
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October - 20 
A Maryland teenager was indicted on October 20 on federal terrorism charges that accuse him of helping the American terror suspect dubbed ‘Jihad Jane’ with her plot to kill a Swedish artist, reports Daily Times. 18 years old Mohammad Hassan Khalid, a
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A Maryland teenager was indicted on October 20 on federal terrorism charges that accuse him of helping the American terror suspect dubbed ‘Jihad Jane’ with her plot to kill a Swedish artist, reports Daily Times. 18 years old Mohammad Hassan Khalid, a legal immigrant from Pakistan, allegedly helped recruit women with passports to further the plot of Colleen LaRose of Pennsylvania and others. Khalid had met LaRose in an online chat room in 2009, when he was 15, according to the indictment and a person close to his family. The indictment released also names Ali Charaf Damache, 46, an Algerian who lived in Ireland and married another suspect in the case, Jamie Paulin-Ramirez of Colorado. Paulin-Ramirez pleaded guilty to providing material support to terrorists, the same charge now facing Khalid. Khalid had been the rare juvenile in federal custody since his July 6, 2011 arrest at his family’s home. “This case demonstrates that we must remain vigilant within our communities to make sure that we bring to justice those terrorists, of any age or background, who seek to do great harm to our citizens,” United States (US) Attorney Zane Memeger said.
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October - 20 
A Police Constable, identified as Raziq Shah, was killed while another, Usman Ali, was injured in an encounter with armed militants in Matta tehsil (revenue unit) of Swat District on October 20, reported Daily Times. One of the armed assailants, iden
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A Police Constable, identified as Raziq Shah, was killed while another, Usman Ali, was injured in an encounter with armed militants in Matta tehsil (revenue unit) of Swat District on October 20, reported Daily Times. One of the armed assailants, identified as Sabir Khan, was also shot dead in the incident and Police recovered a pistol and two hand grenades from him. According to Police sources, Policemen deployed at Totkay asked suspects to stop upon which they opened fire on them.
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October - 20 
A Professor, Sanaullah Khan Janikhel, was killed by unidentified assailants in Bannu District.
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A Professor, Sanaullah Khan Janikhel, was killed by unidentified assailants in Bannu District.
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October - 20 
Afghanistan-based Taliban leader Maulvi Fazlullah has vowed to return to Pakistan to wage war in his former stronghold Swat Valley in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and doubts the Government is sincere about peace talks with militants, The News reported. "We sa
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Afghanistan-based Taliban leader Maulvi Fazlullah has vowed to return to Pakistan to wage war in his former stronghold Swat Valley in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and doubts the Government is sincere about peace talks with militants, The News reported. "We sacrificed our lives, left our homes and villages for the sake of Shari’ah (Islamic Law) and will do whatever we can to get Shari’ah implemented in the Malakand region and rest of Pakistan," spokesman Sirajuddin Ahmad said, describing Fazlullah's position.
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October - 20 
Armed militants shot dead a man, identified as Aneel, in Turbat District on October 20, reported The News.
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Armed militants shot dead a man, identified as Aneel, in Turbat District on October 20, reported The News.
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October - 20 
Former President Pervez Musharraf on October 20 said that the relationship between Pakistan and the United States (US) is at its lowest point and plagued by “total mistrust”, Dawn reported. Musharraf said that the Pakistani military was guilty of ”te
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Former President Pervez Musharraf on October 20 said that the relationship between Pakistan and the United States (US) is at its lowest point and plagued by “total mistrust”, Dawn reported. Musharraf said that the Pakistani military was guilty of ”terrible negligence” in allowing Osama bin Laden to go undetected before he was killed in a US raid on May 1-2, 2011. Pakistan hasn’t done enough to target Taliban-affiliated militants known as the Haqqani Network, Musharraf said, adding, but US leaders are wrong to accuse Pakistan of aiding militants and responsible for the Taliban’s re-emergence in Afghanistan.
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October - 20 
Kohat District Police and Security Forces (SFs) in a joint raid seized a truck carrying weapons near Kohat tunnel and arrested two alleged terrorists, Muhammad Raza and Allah Bakhs. The truck, laden with huge cache of arms, was on its way to Karachi
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Kohat District Police and Security Forces (SFs) in a joint raid seized a truck carrying weapons near Kohat tunnel and arrested two alleged terrorists, Muhammad Raza and Allah Bakhs. The truck, laden with huge cache of arms, was on its way to Karachi from Darra Adamkhel. Recovered weapons included 15 Kalashnikovs, 82 pistols, 100 magazines, and 7270 bullets.
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October - 20 
Militants killed Captain Abdul Qadir Khan and two military personnel in an attack on a Frontier Corps convoy in the Shalobar area of Bara tehsil, reports Dawn. According to a statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), militants ambus
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Militants killed Captain Abdul Qadir Khan and two military personnel in an attack on a Frontier Corps convoy in the Shalobar area of Bara tehsil, reports Dawn. According to a statement issued by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), militants ambushed a convoy of Frontier Corps personnel during a search operation at Shalaobar area, killing Captain Khan and two other personnel.
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October - 20 
Nawabshah Police in Sindh on October 20 arrested three people for posting a threatening letter to President Asif Ali Zardari, reports Dawn. According to sources, Police arrested Maulana Abdul Qadeer Daiper, Abdul Wahab Brohi and Aziz Ahmed Bhatti who
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Nawabshah Police in Sindh on October 20 arrested three people for posting a threatening letter to President Asif Ali Zardari, reports Dawn. According to sources, Police arrested Maulana Abdul Qadeer Daiper, Abdul Wahab Brohi and Aziz Ahmed Bhatti who wrote a threatening letter on May 20, 2011 at madrasa Arabia Khalid Bin Waleed and sent it to the Presidency. Maulana Daiper and Wahab Brohi are schoolteachers whereas Aziz Ahmed Bhatti works at a printing press.
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October - 20 
Pakistan’s Ambassador to Washington Hussain Haqqani said that Pakistan and the US have a shared interest in a stable Afghanistan but the major challenge for both the countries is to find common ground by taking into account political realities within
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Pakistan’s Ambassador to Washington Hussain Haqqani said that Pakistan and the US have a shared interest in a stable Afghanistan but the major challenge for both the countries is to find common ground by taking into account political realities within Pakistan as well as Afghanistan, Daily Times reported. “Pakistan views the process of reconciliation in Afghanistan as a significant way to move forward,” the Ambassador said, adding, “Afghanistan has its own history and its future could best be led and shaped by the people of Afghanistan.” Pakistan believed America would benefit more by supporting the reconciliatory approach within the Afghan society, including religiously conservative elements, Haqqani said. The Pakistani ambassador expressed the hope that Pakistan and the US would be able to evolve a joint strategy for achieving the objective of creating a stable Afghanistan in a way that Pakistan’s regional concerns were also accommodated.
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October - 20 
Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani on October 20 called upon US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to give peace a chance as envisaged in the All Parties Conference’s resolution, which reflects the sentiments of Pakistani nation, The News reported
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Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani on October 20 called upon US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to give peace a chance as envisaged in the All Parties Conference’s resolution, which reflects the sentiments of Pakistani nation, The News reported. He reiterated the collective national view on the issue of peace in Afghanistan as articulated in the All Parties Conference’s resolution. Disagreements between the coalition partners in the war on terror should not undermine strategic relationship which is so vital for the promotion of mutual interests of the two countries, said Gilani.
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October - 20 
Retired Air Marshal Asghar Khan on October 20 recalled how bad he felt when he was told many years ago that in Punjab 20,000 people with criminal record were inducted in Police, whereas a large number of dacoits were recruited in Sindh Police, report
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Retired Air Marshal Asghar Khan on October 20 recalled how bad he felt when he was told many years ago that in Punjab 20,000 people with criminal record were inducted in Police, whereas a large number of dacoits were recruited in Sindh Police, reports Daily Times. Speaking at Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Imran Khan’s book launching ceremony he said the majority in Pakistan voted for the corrupt politicians, as they also wanted their job done by ‘hook or by crook.’
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October - 20 
Security Forces (SFs) launched a targeted operation in Malikdeenkhel area of Bara tehsil (revenue unit) in Khyber Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) and killed 34 militants on October 20, reported Daily Times.
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Security Forces (SFs) launched a targeted operation in Malikdeenkhel area of Bara tehsil (revenue unit) in Khyber Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) and killed 34 militants on October 20, reported Daily Times.
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October - 20 
CPN-UML senior leader KP Sharma Oli accused the UCPN-M of misusing the caliber of its combatants by keeping them at bay in the various cantonments, Kantipuronline reports. He slammed the Government of including the tainted elements in the name of com
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CPN-UML senior leader KP Sharma Oli accused the UCPN-M of misusing the caliber of its combatants by keeping them at bay in the various cantonments, Kantipuronline reports. He slammed the Government of including the tainted elements in the name of combatants. “It will be just sufficient to look at the names and the photos of the ministers to know those elements included in the Government,” Oli said. He also said the Maoist have increased the salary of the combatants by NR 1005, instead of focusing on their integration, due to the greed for money. “Simply integration is not enough, management of combatants in security bodies is vital,” he added.
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October - 20 
General Secretary of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Ram Bahadur Thapa said that the State should introduce new security policy for respectful integration of the PLA combatants, Nepal News reported. He argued that "reactionary fo
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General Secretary of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Ram Bahadur Thapa said that the State should introduce new security policy for respectful integration of the PLA combatants, Nepal News reported. He argued that "reactionary forces" in the country are hatching conspiracy by trying to disarm the combatants even after their integration.
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October - 20 
Kantipuronline reports that the three major parties have reportedly struck consensus on integrating of former PLA combatants by forming a new directorate with a non-combat mandate as proposed by the Nepal Army. Leaders, who attended October 20 talks
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Kantipuronline reports that the three major parties have reportedly struck consensus on integrating of former PLA combatants by forming a new directorate with a non-combat mandate as proposed by the Nepal Army. Leaders, who attended October 20 talks said the parties have 'almost settled' their differences on numbers, modality and rehabilitation package, but are yet to find a meeting point on rank determination and norms of integration. "We have agreed to accept the directorate with the mandates proposed by the Nepal Army. We had an agreement that the combatants will get the responsibilities similar to that of a regular Army and can undertake other responsibilities prescribed by the state," Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Special Committee member and Finance Minister Barsha Man Pun said. He said his party is mindful of the Army's sensitivity and does not intend to erode the professionalism of the national army in pushing ahead with the integration process. A Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML), leader who attending the three-party talks, confirmed that the major parties had resolved the differences on the mandate of the directorate that would integrate the former combatants. "The Maoist Chairman himself had consented to the mandates when the proposal was prepared by the Army, but he later backtracked following pressures from hardliners within his party," the leader said. Nepali Congress leader Krishna Sitaula said, "We felt that the Maoists are yet to complete discussions within their party," adding, "If there is consensus, there will not be a partial deal but a package agreement on all the contentious issues." The Mohan Baidya faction of the Maoist party is demanding that the directorate be given a complete military mandate and the same role as that of Army soldiers. The Army plans not to provide peacekeeping role and access to weapons to the newly integrated combatants.
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October - 20 
The Army Integration Special Committee (AISC) has decided to verify the numbers of the People’s’ Liberation Army (PLA) combatants in all the seven cantonments, reports Nepal News. In a meeting on October 20, the AISC decided to assign the technical c
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The Army Integration Special Committee (AISC) has decided to verify the numbers of the People’s’ Liberation Army (PLA) combatants in all the seven cantonments, reports Nepal News. In a meeting on October 20, the AISC decided to assign the technical committee for recounting of the PLA combatants in all seven camps. "The meeting assigned the committee to collect information about the latest status of the combatants," said AISC member Bhim Rawal. The technical committee will also collect the information regarding the interest of the combatants and check their number if it matches to the record maintained by the now-defunct United Nations Mission in Nepal (UNMIN).
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October - 20 
Chittagong Metropolitan Court granted a 36-hour remand against each of the arrested 32 Jamaat-e Islami (JeI)-Islamic Chhatra Shibir (ICS) leaders and cadres, including former JeI lawmaker Shahjahan Chowdhury, in a case filed for attacking Police and
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Chittagong Metropolitan Court granted a 36-hour remand against each of the arrested 32 Jamaat-e Islami (JeI)-Islamic Chhatra Shibir (ICS) leaders and cadres, including former JeI lawmaker Shahjahan Chowdhury, in a case filed for attacking Police and vandalising vehicles in the city on September 19.
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October - 20 
Detectives on October 20 arrested a Pakistani woman, identified as Shameen Naz (47) of Tendu Mohammad in Karachi (Provincial Capital of Sindh), from Shahjalal International Airport in Bangladeshi Capital City of Dhaka and seized Fake Indian Currency
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Detectives on October 20 arrested a Pakistani woman, identified as Shameen Naz (47) of Tendu Mohammad in Karachi (Provincial Capital of Sindh), from Shahjalal International Airport in Bangladeshi Capital City of Dhaka and seized Fake Indian Currency Note (FICN) worth INR 4.8million from her possession, reports Daily Star. Police claimed she is a member of an international counterfeit currency ring, which uses Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan as smuggling routes. According to sources, Naz has come to Dhaka from Pakistan via Abu Dhabi to elude the Police intelligence unit. It has been further reported that Naz's husband Karim Mohammad Nur Ali, also a key member of the gang, is now in Bangladesh.
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October - 20 
JeI Rajshahi District Unit publicity secretary Mohammad Obaidullah was sued for issuing a threat at a meeting in Godagari to kill Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in an incident like August 15 (day when Mujibur Rahman and most of his family me
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JeI Rajshahi District Unit publicity secretary Mohammad Obaidullah was sued for issuing a threat at a meeting in Godagari to kill Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in an incident like August 15 (day when Mujibur Rahman and most of his family members were assassinated), unless the arrested JeI leaders were not freed.
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Police in separate drives arrested 25 activists of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) from different areas of Rajshahi District on October 20-21, reports Daily Star. According to the Police sources, nine JeI activists were arrested from Godagari area,
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Police in separate drives arrested 25 activists of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) from different areas of Rajshahi District on October 20-21, reports Daily Star. According to the Police sources, nine JeI activists were arrested from Godagari area, five from Charghat, three from Bagmara, two from each of Puthia, Bagha, Paba and Boalia areas. The arrestees were detained on charges of holding unauthorised roadside meetings and passing derogatory remarks on Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
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October - 20 
Speedy Trial Court-7 asked the Police to submit a report by October 31 on execution of arrest warrants against JeI acting Ameer (Chief) Maqbul Ahmad and 10 others in a case filed over the party's recent violence in Dhaka.
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Speedy Trial Court-7 asked the Police to submit a report by October 31 on execution of arrest warrants against JeI acting Ameer (Chief) Maqbul Ahmad and 10 others in a case filed over the party's recent violence in Dhaka.
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October - 21 
A panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) teacher of a primary school in Nasirchak village under Mohanpur block in Gaya District has been sacked from his job following the order of the District Magistrate (DM) due to his alleged l
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A panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) teacher of a primary school in Nasirchak village under Mohanpur block in Gaya District has been sacked from his job following the order of the District Magistrate (DM) due to his alleged links with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), reports The Telegraph. The teacher, Rambali Paswan alias Gandhi, has been named accused under different sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) for his alleged involvement in murder, illegal possession of firearms and explosives.
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October - 21 
An accidental blast by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed eight cows inside the remote forest between Ramnabadi and Jirakua villages under Sorada Police Station in Ganjam District on October 21, reports The Hindu. “Maoists
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An accidental blast by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed eight cows inside the remote forest between Ramnabadi and Jirakua villages under Sorada Police Station in Ganjam District on October 21, reports The Hindu. “Maoists, fearing public dissent, did not the want the news to spread,” said Deputy Inspector-General of Police, R.K. Sharma. As rumours started spreading, Security Forces visited the area on October 23.
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October - 21 
Assam Chief Minister (CM) Tarun Gogoi on the role of Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) in Dima Hasao (NC Hills) said, “It is a fact that the NSCN-IM has been found to be involved in violence in the border areas of the State. We have
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Assam Chief Minister (CM) Tarun Gogoi on the role of Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) in Dima Hasao (NC Hills) said, “It is a fact that the NSCN-IM has been found to be involved in violence in the border areas of the State. We have been taking up the matter with the Centre so that the militant group desists from such activities”. On the involvement of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadres in the recent spurt in attacks on businessmen in Guwahati city apparently with a motive to loot cash, the CM said that the matter would be taken up with the Pro-talks faction of ULFA (ULFA-PTF) group if the arrested ULFA cadres were found to belong to that faction.
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October - 21 
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that laws like Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) and Disturbed Areas Act (DAA) will be removed from some areas in the next few days, according to Times of India. "With the gradual improvement in the security
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Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that laws like Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) and Disturbed Areas Act (DAA) will be removed from some areas in the next few days, according to Times of India. "With the gradual improvement in the security situation and return of peace, some laws (AFSPA and DAA) are being removed from some areas of the state within the next few days." Official sources said that the State Government has proposed to revoke AFSPA and DAA from Srinagar and Budgam Districts in Kashmir Valley and from Udhampur and Jammu Districts in Jammu region. “We want peace to be restored across the State so that all laws imposed are revoked,” he was quoted as saying by The Hindu.
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October - 21 
Mizoram Chief Secretary Van Hela Pachuau on October 21 said that Mizoram Government would extend all possible aid to the Hmar refugees from Dima Hasao District of Assam who were taking shelter in the homes of their relatives in Mizoram, reports The S
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Mizoram Chief Secretary Van Hela Pachuau on October 21 said that Mizoram Government would extend all possible aid to the Hmar refugees from Dima Hasao District of Assam who were taking shelter in the homes of their relatives in Mizoram, reports The Shillong Times. Recently, almost 200 people belonging to the Hmar community fled Dima Hasao and came to Bairabi town in Mizoram.
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October - 21 
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Pattnaik met Union Home Minister P Chidambaram at New Delhi on October 21 and urged to include five more Districts, namely, Ganjam, Bargarh, Nayagarh, Dhenkanal and Jajpur under Integrated Action Plan (IAP) to tackle Comm
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Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Pattnaik met Union Home Minister P Chidambaram at New Delhi on October 21 and urged to include five more Districts, namely, Ganjam, Bargarh, Nayagarh, Dhenkanal and Jajpur under Integrated Action Plan (IAP) to tackle Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) problem in the State, reports Orissadiary.com. During the meeting Chidambaram informed Naveen that the centre has already included Ganjam, Nayagarh and Jajpur in the action plan and would provide security related funds under the Security Related Expenditure (SRE) scheme for four Districts, Nuapada, Kalahandi, Bolangir and Bargarh. Chidambaram has assured Naveen that Union Home Ministry will soon provide one more battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) forces to be stationed in sensitive areas while it would take two to three months to send one more battalion of Border Security Force (BSF) forces. The Centre has also placed indent for 2 MI-17 choppers and placement is expected shortly, which will be put at the disposal of the State Police, the Home Minister said, adds Zee News.
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October - 21 
On expiry of the 20-days deadline of Naga bodies given to the Central Government to make ‘alternative arrangement’ for the Nagas in Manipur, the All Naga Students’ Association Manipur (ANSAM) has called for a three-day general strike in the Naga area
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On expiry of the 20-days deadline of Naga bodies given to the Central Government to make ‘alternative arrangement’ for the Nagas in Manipur, the All Naga Students’ Association Manipur (ANSAM) has called for a three-day general strike in the Naga areas, effective from October 21 (today) midnight, reports The Sentinel. On September 29, the United Naga Council had submitted an ultimatum, with a 20-days deadline, to the Central leaders demanding intervention for an “alternative arrangement” for Nagas in Manipur. Since there is no discernible move by the Central government, UNC has resorted to the three-day general strike.
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October - 21 
Over 600 Police and paramilitary personnel lost their lives in the past one year during operations or attacks on them with the Central Reserved Police Force (CRPF), in its fight against Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), topping the list o
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Over 600 Police and paramilitary personnel lost their lives in the past one year during operations or attacks on them with the Central Reserved Police Force (CRPF), in its fight against Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), topping the list of casualties, reports The Hindu. A total of 634 personnel from State Police and Paramilitary Forces like the Border Security Force (BSF), the CRPF and the National Security Guard (NSG) were killed during a period from September 1, 2010 - August 31 this year, according to official figures. The CRPF topped the list of causalities with 113 followed by Uttar Pradesh (112) and the BSF (72). The West Bengal Police lost 24 Policemen during the past one year while Maoist-affected States of Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh had 36 and 47 casualties respectively. The figures for other States: Delhi (15), Manipur (14), Maharashtra, Jammu and Kashmir, Bihar and Tamil Nadu (13 each), Madhya Pradesh and Uttarakhand (12 each), Odisha (11), Assam and Karnataka (9 each), Andhra Pradesh (6), Gujarat, Kerala, Meghalaya and Rajasthan (5 each) and Arunachal (4). Nagaland had three casualties, Tripura two while Sikkim had one. Among the other forces, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) lost 27 personnel during the period followed by Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) (18), the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) (10), the NSG (3) and the Sashastra Seema Bal (2). During September 1, 2009 - August 31, 2010, 797 Police and Paramilitary personnel lost their lives during operations or attack on them with the CRPF topping the list 191 such cases. Similarly, during 2008 September and August 2009, the Police Forces lost 841 lives with UP topping the list with 107 cases followed by the CRPF (81) and the BSF (72).
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October - 21 
Six Policemen were killed and five others injured in a landmine blast and ambush by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Bastar District on October 21, reports Hindustan Times. The 16-member Police team was on its way to Netanar
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Six Policemen were killed and five others injured in a landmine blast and ambush by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres in Bastar District on October 21, reports Hindustan Times. The 16-member Police team was on its way to Netanar village, when it came under attack, Additional Director General of Police (ADG, Naxal operation) Ramniwas said. A large group of Maoists set off an Impoverished Explosive Device (IED) blast and opened fire on the Policemen, who were riding on eight motorcycles, as they approached the village. Six Policemen, including a Police Inspector, were killed on the spot and five others were injured in the attack, Bastar Superintendent of Police Ratanlal Dangi said. He added that at least three Maoists were suspected to have been killed in retaliatory firing by the Police.
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October - 21 
The Deccan Chronicle reports that the fear of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres has reportedly gripped residents and officials working in Agency areas of the Andhra Odisha Border (AOB) in the three north coastal Districts of Sri
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The Deccan Chronicle reports that the fear of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres has reportedly gripped residents and officials working in Agency areas of the Andhra Odisha Border (AOB) in the three north coastal Districts of Srikakulam, Vizianagaram and Visakhapatnam of north Andhra Pradesh. Sources from the Visakha Agency revealed that all Maoist activities are currently being held under the leadership of Ganesh alias Birsu alias Prasad, secretary for the east division of the Maoists committee in the AOB. The Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG), Visakha Range, Soumya Mishra, announced on October 21 that there were plans to induct pilot less aircraft in the Agency as part of the department’s steps to check the Maoists in the AOB.
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October - 21 
The joint exercise of Indian and French armies, aimed at improving their counter- terrorism and counter-insurgency skills, culminated in Almora District in Uttarakhand on October 21, Indian Express reported. The 15-day-long first-ever Indo-French mil
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The joint exercise of Indian and French armies, aimed at improving their counter- terrorism and counter-insurgency skills, culminated in Almora District in Uttarakhand on October 21, Indian Express reported. The 15-day-long first-ever Indo-French military exercise was named 'Shakti 11'.
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October - 21 
The National Investigating Agency (NIA) on October 21 disclosed for the first time terror outfit Hizb-ul- Mujahideen's (HM) role in the Delhi High Court blast (September 7, 2011) case and issued a 'wanted' notice for three of its cadres, The Times of
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The National Investigating Agency (NIA) on October 21 disclosed for the first time terror outfit Hizb-ul- Mujahideen's (HM) role in the Delhi High Court blast (September 7, 2011) case and issued a 'wanted' notice for three of its cadres, The Times of India reported. The fugitives include 19-year-old Junaid Akram Malik, younger brother of Wasim Akram Malik, an accused in the case who is presently in NIA custody in Delhi. The other two are Shakir Hussain Sheikh alias Chota Hafiz (26) and Amir Ali Kamal (25). While Sheikh has been active in the Kashmir Valley since 2005, Kamal has been operating since 2008.The NIA also announced a cash reward of INR one million for any information leading to their arrest. The agency also said that the three were involved in "several terrorist related cases in Kishtwar region". Meanwhile, Wasim Akram Malik (the brother of the absconding militant Junaid), who is already under arrest for his alleged role in the blast, was remanded by a Delhi court to NIA custody for three more days on the agency's plea that he needs to be interrogated for nabbing a few more of his accomplices.
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October - 21 
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) disclosed for the first time terror outfit HM’s role in the September 7, 2011 Delhi High Court Blast incident and issued a 'wanted' notice for three of its cadre - all residents of Kishtwar, reports Times of
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) disclosed for the first time terror outfit HM’s role in the September 7, 2011 Delhi High Court Blast incident and issued a 'wanted' notice for three of its cadre - all residents of Kishtwar, reports Times of India. Through the notice, it sought public help to trace them, saying they played a "crucial role" in the conspiracy. The fugitives include 19-year-old Junaid Akram Malik, younger brother of Wasim Akram Malik, Shakir Hussain Sheikh alias Chota Hafiz (26) and Amir Ali Kamal (25). Wasim, a medical student in Bangladesh, is presently in NIA custody in Delhi. While Sheikh has been active in the Kashmir Valley since 2005, Kamal has been operating since 2008. The NIA also announced a cash reward of INR 1 million each for any information leading to their arrest. The agency also said that the three were involved in "several terrorist related cases in Kishtwar region". Sources said the names of these three HM terrorists had first surfaced during the questioning of the outfit's over ground cadre Azhar Ali, who is presently in Kotbalwal jail in Jammu for his alleged role as 'financier' and 'recruiter' for the terror group. It was subsequently corroborated by Wasim who was arrested by the NIA.
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October - 21 
The Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Vinod Manjhi, who was also a coal smuggler following a raid at Nawadih Bazaar in Nawadih District on October 21, reports The Times of India. Police said Manjhi, a
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The Police arrested a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Vinod Manjhi, who was also a coal smuggler following a raid at Nawadih Bazaar in Nawadih District on October 21, reports The Times of India. Police said Manjhi, a resident of Chotkikudi village of Nawadih, is a close associate of Maoist ‘commander’ Navin Manjhi. Manjhi was wanted in three cases related to Maoist activities and coal smuggling cases. Police in August 2011, had busted an illegal mine in Sotapani area of Nawadih run by Manjhi. He was involved in illegal business of coal smuggling. He was also involved in planting landmines in Government schools at Degagada and on Kosi-Budgadda road, which were recovered by the Police in 2006, said a Police official.
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October - 21 
The Security Forces (SFs) on October 21 arrested a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, Abdul Gani Deedad alias Abu Salfi, from Rajpora area of Pulwama District, reports Daily Excelsior. One AK-47, two magazines and 207 live rounds along with one UBGL a
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The Security Forces (SFs) on October 21 arrested a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) militant, Abdul Gani Deedad alias Abu Salfi, from Rajpora area of Pulwama District, reports Daily Excelsior. One AK-47, two magazines and 207 live rounds along with one UBGL and three Chinese grenades were recovered from his possession. The Police said the militant was active in the area since last three months and was involved in a number of cases of extortion as well as in the killing of one Irshad Ahmed Kohli on September 13, 2011 at Namblan Sangerwani in the area.
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October - 21 
The Security Forces (SFs) reportedly arrested four militants, including a central committee member of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), Vimal Roy alias Dergrah Sarania, from Dalu along the Indo-Bangladesh border in West Garo Hills District.
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The Security Forces (SFs) reportedly arrested four militants, including a central committee member of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), Vimal Roy alias Dergrah Sarania, from Dalu along the Indo-Bangladesh border in West Garo Hills District. Another ULFA militant, ‘second lieutenant’ Akash Thapa alias Saranga Patwari, was also among the arrestees. The SFs also recovered seven mobile handsets from the three occupants of the vehicle. According to sources, Saranga Patwari initially claimed that he was one of the members of the Pro-Talks faction of ULFA (ULFA-PTF). However; the Police are still verifying the claim. The Shillong Times adds that Dergrah Sarania was arrested in 2009 under the Bangladesh Passport act for having fake documents and spent some time in prison in Bangladesh. Sarania is also reportedly close to ULFA ‘commander’ Dristi Rajkhowa.
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October - 21 
The SFs recovered one AK-47 along with ammunition from a terrorist hideout in Karusan Barnau forest of Kupwara District.
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The SFs recovered one AK-47 along with ammunition from a terrorist hideout in Karusan Barnau forest of Kupwara District.
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October - 21 
United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) October 21 said that it would not sign the proposed tri-partite agreement with the Central and Assam Government scheduled for October 24 unless the ‘agreed formula’ was ensured, reports The Assam Tribune.
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United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) October 21 said that it would not sign the proposed tri-partite agreement with the Central and Assam Government scheduled for October 24 unless the ‘agreed formula’ was ensured, reports The Assam Tribune. In an emailed statement, the UPDS said that the ‘formula’ consisted of setting up of a neutral administration of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) in the period between the signing of the peace accord and the holding of the next election.
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October - 21 
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on October 21 (today) will plunge into new talks to press US demands for Islamabad to dismantle Taliban safe havens, while appealing to Pakistan’s deeply mistrustful public at large, reported Dawn. US officials s
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Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on October 21 (today) will plunge into new talks to press US demands for Islamabad to dismantle Taliban safe havens, while appealing to Pakistan’s deeply mistrustful public at large, reported Dawn. US officials said Clinton would reiterate her strongly worded arguments about the need for Pakistan to dismantle safe havens on its soil, which are used by militants fighting US-led troops in neighbouring Afghanistan. “She’ll make essentially the same types of points but she’ll make it in a more conversational, populist style and then she’ll take questions, because we really do want to engage with the Pakistani public,” one senior official said.
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October - 21 
At least 1,000 families of Malikdeenkhel and Sipah areas left their homes for ‘safer places’ as the Security Forces were ready to launch an all-out operation against terrorists in Bara tehsil (revenue unit) of Khyber Agency. The political administrat
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At least 1,000 families of Malikdeenkhel and Sipah areas left their homes for ‘safer places’ as the Security Forces were ready to launch an all-out operation against terrorists in Bara tehsil (revenue unit) of Khyber Agency. The political administration made announcements through loudspeakers, warning the residents to move to safer places.
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October - 21 
Four persons belonging to the Peace Force were injured in a remote control bomb attack in Sui area of the Dera Bugti District, reports Daily Times. According to official sources, a convoy of Peace Force Commander Bhai Khan Bugti was patrolling the RD
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Four persons belonging to the Peace Force were injured in a remote control bomb attack in Sui area of the Dera Bugti District, reports Daily Times. According to official sources, a convoy of Peace Force Commander Bhai Khan Bugti was patrolling the RD 109 area of Sui, the bordering area of Sindh and Balochistan, when it was hit by a remote-controlled blast. Resultantly, four persons of the force were injured and a vehicle was destroyed.
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October - 21 
In Bajaur Agency, three militants shot dead a member of a local peace committee in Chinar.
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In Bajaur Agency, three militants shot dead a member of a local peace committee in Chinar.
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October - 21 
Levies Force recovered an unidentified dead body of a man from Dhadar area of Bolan District on October 21, reported The News.
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Levies Force recovered an unidentified dead body of a man from Dhadar area of Bolan District on October 21, reported The News.
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October - 21 
Terrorists armed with rockets and hand grenades attacked the house of a prominent anti-Taliban elder in Minzari Chinaa area, 90 kilometres northwest of Ghalanai, the main town in Mohmand Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October
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Terrorists armed with rockets and hand grenades attacked the house of a prominent anti-Taliban elder in Minzari Chinaa area, 90 kilometres northwest of Ghalanai, the main town in Mohmand Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 21, killing three people, including a woman, Daily Times reported. “A group of 45 militants attacked the house of Noor Muhammad with hand grenades and rockets, killing his two sons and a daughter-in-law,” local official Javed Khan said.
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October - 21 
The Jama’at-e-Islami (JeI) on October 21 asked President Asif Ali Zardari to utilise his special powers to grant amnesty to Mumtaz Qadri, the self-confessed assassin of former Punjab Governor Salman Taseer, reports Express Tribune. JeI urges the Pre
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The Jama’at-e-Islami (JeI) on October 21 asked President Asif Ali Zardari to utilise his special powers to grant amnesty to Mumtaz Qadri, the self-confessed assassin of former Punjab Governor Salman Taseer, reports Express Tribune. JeI urges the President to announce amnesty for Qadri like many other cases especially under the National Reconciliation Ordinance (NRO),” said a resolution adopted by JeI Shura (council), adding, “Government should withdraw the case against him for murdering Taseer in the public interest.” The JeI referred to the thousands of cases against criminals and politicians which had been withdrawn under the NRO whereas Qadri was not given any such concession. “Qadri gunned down Taseer for criticising the Blasphemy law in line with the sentiments of the masses,” observed JeI leadership. Qadri had been sentenced to death in September 2011 by an Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Rawalpindi after Qadri had confessed the killing of Taseer in the ATC court. His defense counsel had filed an appeal against the sentence in the Islamabad High Court.
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October - 21 
General Secretary of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Ram Bahadur Thapa on October 21 said there should be a serious review of the Government’s performance as it is not working in satisfactorily, according to Nepal News. He also s
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General Secretary of the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) Ram Bahadur Thapa on October 21 said there should be a serious review of the Government’s performance as it is not working in satisfactorily, according to Nepal News. He also said that Islami Sangh Nepal’s leader Faizan Ahmad’s murder in a broad daylight near Police offices and the presence of controversial ministers (who were recently relieved of their duty) in the Government were the evidences to prove that the Government is not working in a satisfactory way. “Though he (Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai) was determined to work for peace and constitution and to deliver relief to the people, such incidents have demonstrated Government’s weaknesses,” added Thapa. Thapa represents cadres close to the hardliner faction of the party led by vice chairman Mohan Baidya. Faizan, general secretary of Islami Sangh Nepal, was shot dead by unidentified assailants on September 26, 2011.
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October - 21 
Nepali Congress (NC) President Sushil Koirala accused Maoists of posing hindrance in the peace process through the issues of integration of the combatants, returning the seized property and the paramilitary structure of the Young Communist League (YC
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Nepali Congress (NC) President Sushil Koirala accused Maoists of posing hindrance in the peace process through the issues of integration of the combatants, returning the seized property and the paramilitary structure of the Young Communist League (YCL). “You claim to be loyal and flexible. But there is violence and crime growing even in the hometown of Bhattarai. How are you loyal,” questioned Koirala. Koirala said that Maoists have not abided by the past pacts although they claim to be the most loyal party. He said that they should be able to implement their agreements before calling themselves loyal. “There were 8-point, 12 point and Comprehensive Peace Agreement along the peace process. However, they have not been followed. You just claim to be loyal. You need to work so that people can trust you,” said Koirala. Stating that Maoist Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda and Prime Minister seem serious about the peace process, Koirala said that the seriousness should now be put into action. “Now you should endorse your commitments through the party and show in both the national and international arena that there really is something happening in the peace process,” Koirala remarked.
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October - 21 
UCPN-M leader loyal to Mohan Baidya, Secretary C P Gajurel claimed that the purported agreement between the major three parties regarding the integration of Maoist combatants was wrong. He refuted the reports that there was tacit understanding betwee
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UCPN-M leader loyal to Mohan Baidya, Secretary C P Gajurel claimed that the purported agreement between the major three parties regarding the integration of Maoist combatants was wrong. He refuted the reports that there was tacit understanding between the major parties on the peace process and the agreement would be signed after the arrival of prime minister from New Delhi (India). “The alleged endorsement of the proposal to incorporate 40 percent combatants and 60 percent security men from government security agencies in the directorate for integration was completely wrong,” said Gajurel, adding, “Our party has not backed from its stand of 50 percent from each side.” The major parties had reportedly struck consensus on integrating former Maoist combatants by forming a new directorate with a non-combatant mandate as proposed by the Nepal Army.
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October - 21 
According to Times Now, sources in the National Investigation Agency (NIA) have revealed that in the interrogation of Wasim Akram Malik, a resident of the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir, who emerged as the key conspirator of Delhi High Court Blast
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According to Times Now, sources in the National Investigation Agency (NIA) have revealed that in the interrogation of Wasim Akram Malik, a resident of the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir, who emerged as the key conspirator of Delhi High Court Blast (September 7, 2011), the name of a Bangladeshi Army Officer has emerged. Major Yassir (36), a deserter may have been the brains behind the terror strike in the Indian Capital (New Delhi), the report said.
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October - 21 
A Dutch on October 21 convicted and sentenced five Dutch citizens of Sri Lankan Tamil origin accused of extorting money from other Dutch Tamils to fund the terrorist activities of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), Colombo Page reported. The Ha
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A Dutch on October 21 convicted and sentenced five Dutch citizens of Sri Lankan Tamil origin accused of extorting money from other Dutch Tamils to fund the terrorist activities of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), Colombo Page reported. The Hague District Court in Netherlands sentenced the five persons to prison terms of up to six years charged of financing an international criminal and terrorist organization responsible for suicide bombings, assassinations and murder of thousands by blackmailing and threatening the Sri Lankan Tamil Diaspora in the country. Prosecutors had argued the five men, all of whom are now Dutch citizens, that they ran front organizations like the Tamil Youth Organization and the Dutch Tamil Arts and Culture Organization to collect millions of Euros to finance the terror war in Sri Lanka.
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October - 22 
A Bangladeshi ship, suspected to be carrying arms and ammunition, was intercepted by authorities of the Indian Coast Guard at Sagar Island in the State's South 24 Parganas District on October 22, reported The Hindu.
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A Bangladeshi ship, suspected to be carrying arms and ammunition, was intercepted by authorities of the Indian Coast Guard at Sagar Island in the State's South 24 Parganas District on October 22, reported The Hindu.
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October - 22 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Deba Kartami, allegedly involved in several offences was arrested by a Police team during a combing operation in Metaguda forest area under Kalimela Police Station in Malkangiri Dist
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre, identified as Deba Kartami, allegedly involved in several offences was arrested by a Police team during a combing operation in Metaguda forest area under Kalimela Police Station in Malkangiri District on October 22, reports Zee News. Kartami, an active cadre of Padia dalam (squad), was involved in many criminal activities, Superintendent of Police, Aniruddha Singh said. Besides a single barrel gun, some documents were recovered from him.
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October - 22 
Army in the night of October 22 foiled an infiltration attempt by the militants under the cover of firing by Pakistani troops at the Line of Control (LoC) in Krishna Ghati sector of Poonch District, reports Daily Excelsior. The militants tried to inf
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Army in the night of October 22 foiled an infiltration attempt by the militants under the cover of firing by Pakistani troops at the Line of Control (LoC) in Krishna Ghati sector of Poonch District, reports Daily Excelsior. The militants tried to infiltrate into Indian side from Daku and Yellow Bump posts of Pakistan Army across Kranti-I and Kranti-II posts of Indian side in Nangi Tekri area of Krishna Ghati sector. Simultaneously, Pakistan Army also resorted to heavy firing from their Daku and Yellow Bump posts to give cover to the infiltrators. "We responded to thwart the infiltration attempt’’, Army officials said. They added that the intrusion bid was thwarted after about one and a half hour long firing from Pakistani posts and the militants. Number of the militants, who tried to intrude was said to be between three to five and all of them were believed to be Pakistanis. However, they retrieved after heavy firing brought down on them by the troops from this side. There were no casualties or damage on Indian side in the firing. Casualties, if any, on other side of the LoC were not known, sources said.
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October - 22 
Director General of Police (DGP) Kuldeep Khoda on October 22 said all measures would be taken to maintain lasting peace in the State, IBN Live reports. "We will take all measures to maintain complete and lasting peace here," he said, adding, "The unr
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Director General of Police (DGP) Kuldeep Khoda on October 22 said all measures would be taken to maintain lasting peace in the State, IBN Live reports. "We will take all measures to maintain complete and lasting peace here," he said, adding, "The unrest in some previous years was a test for the force and police stood the test despite provocations by the anti-social and other elements, inimical to peace." He said the State Government had sanctioned 42 Police Stations, 126 Police Posts and 15 Sub-Divisional Police Officers.
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October - 22 
Even as the seven-day deadline by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to the Maoists active in West Bengal's Jangalmahal region to give up arms and sit for negotiations expired on October 22, the State Government asserted that it was still open to talks w
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Even as the seven-day deadline by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to the Maoists active in West Bengal's Jangalmahal region to give up arms and sit for negotiations expired on October 22, the State Government asserted that it was still open to talks with the rebels, The Hindu. “In a democracy, there must be some options open. We can discuss, we can negotiate…If they [the Maoists] listen, it is good,” said Banerjee in New Delhi while referring to the left-wing extremists as “brothers and sisters.” The Chief Minister's remarks come at a time when there are distinct signs of the joint Security Forces preparing for a fresh and sustained offensive against the rebels in the Jangalmahal region after a lull in operations since the Trinamool Congress-led Glweovernment assumed power on May 20, 2011.
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October - 22 
India Booms reports that Security personnel recovered a landmine hidden in a container in Jhargram area in West Midnapore District on October 22. The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) had given a call for shutdown in West Midnapore, Bankur
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India Booms reports that Security personnel recovered a landmine hidden in a container in Jhargram area in West Midnapore District on October 22. The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) had given a call for shutdown in West Midnapore, Bankura and Purulia Districts of the State to defy Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's seven-day deadline to Maoists to lay down arms and join peace talks. The normal life was crippled during the strike, as shops remained closed and vehicles were off road. Banerjee had set a seven-day deadline to the ultras to give up violence and join peace talks on October 15
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October - 22 
Schools and colleges stayed open and markets were crowded on October 22 in most parts of Jungle Mahal despite a Maoist bandh call, with senior officials describing the people’s defiance of the rebels as unprecedented, reports The Telegraph. In a doub
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Schools and colleges stayed open and markets were crowded on October 22 in most parts of Jungle Mahal despite a Maoist bandh call, with senior officials describing the people’s defiance of the rebels as unprecedented, reports The Telegraph. In a double blow to the guerrillas, hundreds of youths from the Maoist zones of Purulia, Bankura and West Midnapore queued before Police Stations to collect job application forms, answering a recruitment call by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. It prompted a Senior Police officer to wonder if “change” was in the air. “It may be too early to say,” He added cautiously, “but what we are witnessing today is very promising.”
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October - 22 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested one ‘army chief’ of Noyon faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-Noyon) identified as Waikhom Chittaranjan Singh alias Achouba alias Pibarel Mangang, 38, from Hatigaon area in Guwahati on October 22. He disclosed hi
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested one ‘army chief’ of Noyon faction of Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP-Noyon) identified as Waikhom Chittaranjan Singh alias Achouba alias Pibarel Mangang, 38, from Hatigaon area in Guwahati on October 22. He disclosed himself to be the ‘army chief’ of KCP- Noyon faction and has been operating from Guwahati since the past 3 to 4 months, reports Kanglaonline.
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October - 22 
Shillong Times reports that a local Congress leader, identified as Langtuk Killing, was shot dead by suspected Karbi Peoples’ Liberation Tigers (KPLT) militants while three of its linkmen have been arrested in Deutaghat Rongpigaon area in Assam’s Kar
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Shillong Times reports that a local Congress leader, identified as Langtuk Killing, was shot dead by suspected Karbi Peoples’ Liberation Tigers (KPLT) militants while three of its linkmen have been arrested in Deutaghat Rongpigaon area in Assam’s Karbi Anglong District on October 22.
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October - 22 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed Ramdas Gawde, a Police patil (principal village official) from Yeragadda village in Aheri tehsil (revenue unit) of Gadchiroli District on October 22, reports Indian Express. After killing
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed Ramdas Gawde, a Police patil (principal village official) from Yeragadda village in Aheri tehsil (revenue unit) of Gadchiroli District on October 22, reports Indian Express. After killing Gawde, the Maoists threw his body on the Allapalli-Sironcha highway.
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October - 22 
The Pakistan Army on October 22 established check posts along the Pak-Afghan border in Upper Dir District to prevent cross border intrusions by the militants, said Operations Commander Dir Brigadier Saqib Rashid, reports Express Tribune. Talking to A
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The Pakistan Army on October 22 established check posts along the Pak-Afghan border in Upper Dir District to prevent cross border intrusions by the militants, said Operations Commander Dir Brigadier Saqib Rashid, reports Express Tribune. Talking to APP, Brigadier Saqib Rashid also said that the Army has completed a search operation in Barawal tehsil (revenue unit) and adjacent areas which have been cleared of militants. Rashid said that 10 units of Pakistan Army were deployed in Barawal tehsil while security arrangements along the border with Afghanistan had been further strengthened. He said the Army had started rehabilitation activities in the area.
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October - 22 
The Sadar Hills District hood Demand Committee (SHDDC) on October 22 submitted a memorandum to Leishemba Sanajaoba, the titular king of Manipur, seeking his intervention into their demand to create Sadar Hills District.
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The Sadar Hills District hood Demand Committee (SHDDC) on October 22 submitted a memorandum to Leishemba Sanajaoba, the titular king of Manipur, seeking his intervention into their demand to create Sadar Hills District.
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October - 22 
Wasim Akram Malik, who masterminded the Delhi High Court (DHC) blast of September 7, 2011 has revealed that the attack was carried out by two Pakistanis from Lahore District of Punjab province, reported The Times of India. According to sources, Wasi
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Wasim Akram Malik, who masterminded the Delhi High Court (DHC) blast of September 7, 2011 has revealed that the attack was carried out by two Pakistanis from Lahore District of Punjab province, reported The Times of India. According to sources, Wasim identified the two DHC bombers as Saifullah and Bilal, both Lahore residents. Although Wasim feigned ignorance about the affiliations of the two bombers with terror groups, the National Investigative Agency (NIA) team and the Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) Police handling the case suspect that the two could be linked with either Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) or Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM). Sources said that the chief conspirator was encouraged by the lax security arrangements at the HC. Wasim's younger brother Junaid, allegedly a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM) member and a co-accused in the case, had conducted a reconnaissance visit on the court premises in June 2011 and noticed the absence of Police pickets around the complex.
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October - 22 
West Bengal Chief Minister (CM) Mamata Banerjee's seven-day deadline to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to disarm expires on October 22 (today), reports The Times of India. Bengal Labour Minister Purnendu Bose, assisting the CM on t
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West Bengal Chief Minister (CM) Mamata Banerjee's seven-day deadline to the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) to disarm expires on October 22 (today), reports The Times of India. Bengal Labour Minister Purnendu Bose, assisting the CM on tackling the Maoist menace, told TOI, "If the ultras (Maoists) deny people their right to life, the government won't sit quietly. We still want a dialogue with them. But, joint operations will be conducted when required." Meanwhile, security has been heightened across Junglemahal areas. Six Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) battalions, one each of Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) and Nagaland Police battalions are deployed in Junglemahal areas.
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October - 22 
Zee News reports that several Police squads sneaked into the forested parts of Chhattisgarh's Bastar District on October 22 in a bid to apprehend Maoists, a day after Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed six Policemen in an ambu
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Zee News reports that several Police squads sneaked into the forested parts of Chhattisgarh's Bastar District on October 22 in a bid to apprehend Maoists, a day after Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres killed six Policemen in an ambush. "Several District Force (DF) squads are combing forested parts at Netanar village and nearby areas to arrest Maoists who engineered the deadly ambush," said Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Ramniwas.
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October - 22 
Afghanistan would support Pakistan in case of military conflict between Pakistan and the United States (US), Afghan President Hamid Karzai said on October 22, reports Dawn. “God forbid, if ever there is a war between Pakistan and America, Afghanista
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Afghanistan would support Pakistan in case of military conflict between Pakistan and the United States (US), Afghan President Hamid Karzai said on October 22, reports Dawn. “God forbid, if ever there is a war between Pakistan and America, Afghanistan will side with Pakistan,” he said, adding, tensions between the US and Pakistan did not have any impact in his country’s attitude towards Pakistan. Afghans have long been suspicious of Pakistan’s intentions in their country, Karzai remarked. “Please brother, stop using all methods that hurt us and that are now hurting you. Let’s engage from a different platform, a platform in which the two brothers only progress towards a better future in peace and harmony,” he said, adding, “Peace talks with the Haqqani Network should take place in Pakistan. Regarding the peace process, I should say that the Taliban shura (council) is in Pakistan, we all know that Haqqani group is in Pakistan… that is why we clearly insist to talk with our brothers in Pakistan.”
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October - 22 
Asking the Union Government to have an "active engagement" with Pakistan, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on October 22 said without this a permanent and lasting solution to the Kashmir issue is unlikely to emerge, reported India
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Asking the Union Government to have an "active engagement" with Pakistan, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on October 22 said without this a permanent and lasting solution to the Kashmir issue is unlikely to emerge, reported Indian Express. "The long term and permanent solution to the Kashmir issue is unlikely to emerge without an active engagement with Pakistan. The Cross-Line of Control (LoC) trade and the bus service between the two sides will not yield further if we do not continue with the external dialogue process," Omar said at the National Development Council meeting.
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October - 22 
At least 13 commuters of a local factory were injured when their bus came under fire by assailants on Sakran Road in Hub Industrial area of Lasbela District on October 22, reports Daily Times.
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At least 13 commuters of a local factory were injured when their bus came under fire by assailants on Sakran Road in Hub Industrial area of Lasbela District on October 22, reports Daily Times.
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October - 22 
At least two Intelligence Agencies on October 22 are reported to have alerted the Federal Government about a reorganisation of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and other militant organisations in Balochistan after the replacement of Police with Levie
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At least two Intelligence Agencies on October 22 are reported to have alerted the Federal Government about a reorganisation of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and other militant organisations in Balochistan after the replacement of Police with Levies Force, reports Dawn. The crux of the reports was that the rolling back of Police force in most areas had encouraged the militant outfits, including the TTP, to re-organise themselves, taking advantage of loose policing by the Levies which did not have the required training and the will to address such challenges. But, the sources said, the Prime Minister Secretariat was against interfering in provincial matters because it would be against the 18th Amendment which granted autonomy to provinces. In one of the reports, the provincial Police chief is reported to have stated that the provincial cabinet did not have the powers even under the 18th Amendment to undo a decision of the Federal cabinet and it would be advisable for the Federal Government to revisit the entire situation in the light of ground realities.
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October - 22 
One NATO oil tanker carrying oil for NATO forces stationed in Afghanistan was completely destroyed when it caught fire due to two explosions at Bakhtiarabad Oil Terminal in Bakhtiarabad area of Sibi District
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One NATO oil tanker carrying oil for NATO forces stationed in Afghanistan was completely destroyed when it caught fire due to two explosions at Bakhtiarabad Oil Terminal in Bakhtiarabad area of Sibi District
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October - 22 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested 30 suspects and destroyed 30 militant hideouts in Landikas, Nala and Malakdeenkhel areas of Bara tehsil (revenue unit) in Khyber Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 22, reported Express Tribu
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested 30 suspects and destroyed 30 militant hideouts in Landikas, Nala and Malakdeenkhel areas of Bara tehsil (revenue unit) in Khyber Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 22, reported Express Tribune.
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October - 22 
The United States (US) on October 22 called on Pakistan to take action within “days and weeks” on dismantling Afghan terrorist havens and encouraging Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) into peace talks in order to end the 10-year-old war, reported Dail
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The United States (US) on October 22 called on Pakistan to take action within “days and weeks” on dismantling Afghan terrorist havens and encouraging Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) into peace talks in order to end the 10-year-old war, reported Daily Times. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton appeared to extract recognition from Pakistan that it could do more in clamping down on Afghan militants using Pakistani soil to attack Americans but it offered no details on how. Accompanied by Central Investigation Agency (CIA) Director David Petraeus and US military officer General Martin Dempsey, she said Islamabad has a “critical role in supporting Afghanistan reconciliation and ending the conflict”. “We look to Pakistan to take strong steps to deny Afghan insurgents safe havens and to encourage the TTP to enter negotiations in good faith,” said Clinton after talks with Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar, adding, “US was looking for operational action over not months and years, but days and weeks because we have a lot of work to do to realise our shared goals.” Clinton warned that stern action would have to be taken against Afghan and Pakistani terrorists if they did not cooperate in efforts to stabilise Afghanistan and pursue peace. "If you have a snake in the backyard, you can't expect it to only bite the neighbors," Clinton said, according to ABC News. "It's eventually going to bite you," she added. Meanwhile, Pakistan admitted it could cooperate more and achieve better results in clamping down on terrorist safe havens along the Afghan border, ruling out any question of official support for terrorists, reported Daily Times. Hina Rabbani Khar recognised that terrorists have safe havens on both sides of the porous border between Pakistan and Afghanistan. “Do safe havens exist? Yes, they do exist on both sides. Do we need to cooperate? Yes. We can cooperate more and achieve better results,” she said. “There is no question of any support by Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) Agency to safe havens,” Khar added. Later, during roundtable talks with anchorpersons of various TV channels, Clinton responded to questions on Pakistan-US relations, particularly their joint efforts to fight the war on terror. When asked if the US was pondering to send its troops inside Pakistan, she categorically said this option was not being considered. “We don’t want to take action unilaterally; we want to act in concert with our strategic partners like Pakistan and other allies.” In response to another query that ISI was involved in attack on the US embassy in Kabul through Haqqani Network, she categorically said,” We have no evidence of that.” Clinton admitted that the US had held one exploratory meeting with the Haqqani Network before a series of massive attacks. “In fact, the Pakistani Government officials helped to facilitate such a meeting,” she said. But “we’re not in any kind of negotiations. We’ve had one preliminary meeting just to see if they would show up.”
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October - 22 
The United States (US) should be prepared to cut ties with Pakistan if it does not do more to battle Haqqani Network militants blamed for killing US forces in Afghanistan, said Senator Carl Levin on October 22, reported Daily Times. “If the only opti
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The United States (US) should be prepared to cut ties with Pakistan if it does not do more to battle Haqqani Network militants blamed for killing US forces in Afghanistan, said Senator Carl Levin on October 22, reported Daily Times. “If the only option Pakistan presents us is a choice between losing an ally and continuing to lose our troops, then we will choose the former,” said Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Carl Levin, a Democrat. Levin also warned that the US reserved the right to strike at Haqqani fighters inside Pakistan if Islamabad, which denies supporting the group, will not do so itself. “We have the right to target not only forces and artillery attacking our forces in Afghanistan from across the border in Pakistan, but to target the people controlling those forces as well,” the Senator said.
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October - 22 
Two Law Enforcement Agency (LEA) personnel were wounded in a hand grenade attack in the Margat coal mine in Mach area of Bolan District. “Unknown armed men hurled hand grenade at a vehicle carrying personnel of a LEA,” police said.
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Two Law Enforcement Agency (LEA) personnel were wounded in a hand grenade attack in the Margat coal mine in Mach area of Bolan District. “Unknown armed men hurled hand grenade at a vehicle carrying personnel of a LEA,” police said.
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October - 22 
NC President Sushil Koirala on October 22 said that UCPN-M was responsible for hindering the peace process due to its reluctance in implementing the past agreements. He said no other than Maoist should be hold responsible for delaying the peace proce
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NC President Sushil Koirala on October 22 said that UCPN-M was responsible for hindering the peace process due to its reluctance in implementing the past agreements. He said no other than Maoist should be hold responsible for delaying the peace process, adding, “Looking back at the discussions and consensus since four years, peace process has not got momentum due to the Maoist.” He accused the Maoist of being the barrier on the issues of returning the seized properties, para-military structure of Young Communist League (YCL), and integration of its combatants. “Why don’t they abide their government’s decision of returning the seized properties, Why are they so reluctant to submit the weapons to their own government,” Koirala questioned. “This situation is created by the differences in their saying and their acts,” he added.
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October - 22 
Police in separate raids arrested three militants of Janajudhha faction of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP- Janajudhha) from Santhia sub-district in the Pabna District in the night of October 22, reports Daily Star. The arrestees, identified as A
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Police in separate raids arrested three militants of Janajudhha faction of Purba Banglar Communist Party (PBCP- Janajudhha) from Santhia sub-district in the Pabna District in the night of October 22, reports Daily Star. The arrestees, identified as Akkas Ali, 25, Abdus Salam, 30, of Sonakandi Bill and Md. Nazmul Haque, 25, are accused in several cases, including for murder.
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October - 23 
An IED blast occurred in the Fulertol-Chripul area in Lakhimpur District bordering Manipur and another powerful Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was found from the same place on October 23, reports The Sentinel.
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An IED blast occurred in the Fulertol-Chripul area in Lakhimpur District bordering Manipur and another powerful Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was found from the same place on October 23, reports The Sentinel.
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October - 23 
An infiltrator was killed as troops thwarted an intrusion bid on the Line of Control (LoC) at Lam in Nowshera sector of Rajouri District on October 23, reports Daily Excelsior.
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An infiltrator was killed as troops thwarted an intrusion bid on the Line of Control (LoC) at Lam in Nowshera sector of Rajouri District on October 23, reports Daily Excelsior.
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October - 23 
Assam Tribune reports that in the face of a fresh standoff with the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), Union Home Minister, P Chidambaram has invited Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi to join him on October 24 (today) to resolve the deadlock.
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Assam Tribune reports that in the face of a fresh standoff with the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS), Union Home Minister, P Chidambaram has invited Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi to join him on October 24 (today) to resolve the deadlock.
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October - 23 
Giving a fresh impetus to the ongoing peace process, the Government will hold talks with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on October 25 with an aim of finding a lasting solution to Assam's three-decade-old insurgency problem, Times of India
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Giving a fresh impetus to the ongoing peace process, the Government will hold talks with the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on October 25 with an aim of finding a lasting solution to Assam's three-decade-old insurgency problem, Times of India reports. Top ULFA leaders will discuss with Government representatives various aspects of the group's 'charter of demands' which sought amendment in the Constitution for finding "meaningful" ways to protect the rights and identity of the indigenous people of Assam.
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October - 23 
In another incident at Goaltore, several hand written posters of the Maoists were found by the joint forces demanding release of Maoist prisoners, withdrawal of joint forces and resignation of Trinamool Congress (TMC) Member of Legislative Assembly (
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In another incident at Goaltore, several hand written posters of the Maoists were found by the joint forces demanding release of Maoist prisoners, withdrawal of joint forces and resignation of Trinamool Congress (TMC) Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) and leaders from Jungle Mahal area, the Police said. According to the posters, the Maoists highlighted that pre-poll promises were not kept by the State Government. Setting two specific demands, the Maoists called for the removal of Joint Forces and also demanded the list of 52 political prisoners to be released, which Mamata Banerjee had announced a few months ago. The Police have removed the posters and patrolling by joint forces has been intensified in the area.
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October - 23 
Sangai Express reports that some unidentified persons planted a hand grenade at the Thoubal Wangmataba residence of one L Nandalal on October 23 in Thoubal District. The hand grenade was later neutralised.
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Sangai Express reports that some unidentified persons planted a hand grenade at the Thoubal Wangmataba residence of one L Nandalal on October 23 in Thoubal District. The hand grenade was later neutralised.
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October - 23 
Seven Maoists, including a “commander”, have been arrested during joint raids by the Police and the Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) from two places in Rohtas District on October 23,
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Seven Maoists, including a “commander”, have been arrested during joint raids by the Police and the Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) from two places in Rohtas District on October 23, reports The Hindu. Acting on a tip-off, the Police and the CoBRA Battalion raided a place near an under-construction bridge over Sone river in the Dehri-on Sone and arrested a Maoist ‘commander', Sudarashan Ram alias Firoj, and his four accomplices, SP Manu Maharaj said. They were wanted in connection with the killing of Bikramganj Sub-divisional Police Officer (SDPO) and over a dozen other cases, Maharaj said, adding that four country-made weapons, 17 live cartridges and 4 mobile phones were seized from them. In a separate raid, two ultras were arrested from Chutia area in Rohtas District.
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October - 23 
SFs arrested a woman leader of Bodoland People's Progressive Front (BPPF) near Kaziranga National Park in Sonitpur District after two AK 56 rifles and as many magazines were recovered from the vehicle in she was travelling, reports Times of India. Tw
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SFs arrested a woman leader of Bodoland People's Progressive Front (BPPF) near Kaziranga National Park in Sonitpur District after two AK 56 rifles and as many magazines were recovered from the vehicle in she was travelling, reports Times of India. Two other AK 56 rifles and magazines were seized from another car, which was moving ahead of her vehicle. Sonitpur additional superintendent of police PK Nath said, "These weapons are suspected to be part of an arms consignment for the Ranjan Daimary faction of NDFB."
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October - 23 
SFs arrested Ajitu Khaka, ‘finance secretary’ of Adivasi National Liberation Army (ANLA) and NDFB militant, Debison Basumatary alias Hanghw, from two separate locations of Udalguri District on October 23, reports The Telegraph. Khaka was arrested fro
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SFs arrested Ajitu Khaka, ‘finance secretary’ of Adivasi National Liberation Army (ANLA) and NDFB militant, Debison Basumatary alias Hanghw, from two separate locations of Udalguri District on October 23, reports The Telegraph. Khaka was arrested from the Bhutan border in the District. The militant revealed that most of their cadres move under cover along the Bhutan border and do not stay at one place for a long time. Debison was arrested from Ambagaon and is believed to have been involved in many cases of extortion.
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October - 23 
SFs arrested one cadre of Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) identified as Ongam Manglam Babu in Sagolmang.
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SFs arrested one cadre of Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) identified as Ongam Manglam Babu in Sagolmang.
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October - 23 
SFs arrested one United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant identified as Thoyam Robin alias Naobi (28) on October 23 near Iroisemba Bridge.
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SFs arrested one United National Liberation Front (UNLF) militant identified as Thoyam Robin alias Naobi (28) on October 23 near Iroisemba Bridge.
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October - 23 
SFs on October 23 arrested a gang of five youths from Lekhapani under Jagun outpost in Jorhat District who were demanding money in the name of ULFA, reports The Telegraph.
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SFs on October 23 arrested a gang of five youths from Lekhapani under Jagun outpost in Jorhat District who were demanding money in the name of ULFA, reports The Telegraph.
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October - 23 
Suspecting presence of Maoists from Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh, combing operations were intensified in Ganjam, Gajapati and Kandhamal Districts, reports IBN Live. We have launched combing operation for the last several days and will continue for some
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Suspecting presence of Maoists from Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh, combing operations were intensified in Ganjam, Gajapati and Kandhamal Districts, reports IBN Live. We have launched combing operation for the last several days and will continue for some more days, Kandhamal Superintendent of Police J N Pankaj said.
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October - 23 
The Economic Times reports that the telecom department will ask a minimum two operators to roll out mobile networks in nine States with a sizeable Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) presence by early-2012. Plans are afoot to also include an
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The Economic Times reports that the telecom department will ask a minimum two operators to roll out mobile networks in nine States with a sizeable Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) presence by early-2012. Plans are afoot to also include an additional 18 remote Districts across these nine States, including Purulia and Bankura, which are part of the famous 8,000 square kilometres Jangalmahal Maoist corridor in West Bengal. "The mobile coverage plan has virtually doubled for security reasons. Originally, the Government was focusing on Odisha, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh, but now it is looking at a potential 78 Maoist-affected Districts across nine States. As a result, we will require multiple operators in each of these States," said a senior telecom department official with direct knowledge of the matter said.
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October - 23 
The Sentinel reports that Peoples’ Council for Peace and Development (PCPD) has been formed in Sivasagar with the objectives of providing guidance and direction to ULFA to the possible extent, in convening talks with the Government of India by taking
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The Sentinel reports that Peoples’ Council for Peace and Development (PCPD) has been formed in Sivasagar with the objectives of providing guidance and direction to ULFA to the possible extent, in convening talks with the Government of India by taking into account the real aspirations of the people, the views and approach, as well as, to make the people aware of the conditions and to make them conscious to form opinions and verdicts in this context.
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October - 23 
The Telegraph reports that an elderly tribal man and his son, who went missing from home last week and may have been abducted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, were found dead in the Maoist-affected forests of Kuchai in Sera
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The Telegraph reports that an elderly tribal man and his son, who went missing from home last week and may have been abducted by the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres, were found dead in the Maoist-affected forests of Kuchai in Seraikela-Kharsawan District, 80 kilometres from Jamshedpur, on October 23. Sudarshan Samad (60) and Laxman Samad (20) were residents of Richadih village, located about 4 kilometres from where their bodies were recovered. Their throats were slit with some sharp weapon, the Police said, not ruling out Maoist hand in the killings. Seraikela-Kharsawan Superintendent of Police (SP), Abhishek said the father-son duo was last seen by family members on October 18. Kuchai is infamous as a preferred corridor of the CPI-Maoist cadres. Maoist cadres moving between Tamar and Saranda in West Singhbhum use Kuchai as a safe passage. So do those who migrate to the West Singhbhum forest from the Maoist-affected Purulia District in neighbouring West Bengal.
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October - 23 
The Telegraph reports that teams of Bokaro Police and the Central reserve Police Force (CRPF) succeeded in flushing out three hard-core Maoists on October 23 from their hideout at village Narra in Nawadih block, 74 kilometers from Bokaro steel city.
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The Telegraph reports that teams of Bokaro Police and the Central reserve Police Force (CRPF) succeeded in flushing out three hard-core Maoists on October 23 from their hideout at village Narra in Nawadih block, 74 kilometers from Bokaro steel city. Identified as Babuchand Murmu of Degagadha in Nawadih, Ramlal Manjhi of Dumri in Giridih and Vinod Kumar Hansda of Nawadih, the three are likely to have been involved in the attack on Security Forces (SFs) at Jhumra in September-end of 2011, where two Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) SF personnel were killed and three others injured.
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October - 23 
The Telegraph reports that the Government has recast the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF’s) role by concentrating its presence along nine “intra-country” borders under a strategy that will also give the paramilitary force freedom to chase the Comm
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The Telegraph reports that the Government has recast the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF’s) role by concentrating its presence along nine “intra-country” borders under a strategy that will also give the paramilitary force freedom to chase the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) across State boundaries. The need for the change in strategy was prompted by a Maoist upsurge along the borders of these States. The Maoists already has structures working along state borders, such as the Andhra-Odisha Special Border Area Committee and others like it. “From now on, when CRPF companies are deployed in an area, they will be divided across the state borders. In that sense, it will be an intra-country border force,” a senior Government official said.
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October - 23 
the Terror Victim’s Family Forum, Assam, an umbrella organisation of victims of militancy, on October 23 said they would oppose any move seeking bail for National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) leader Ranjan Daimary, the prime accused in the Oct
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the Terror Victim’s Family Forum, Assam, an umbrella organisation of victims of militancy, on October 23 said they would oppose any move seeking bail for National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) leader Ranjan Daimary, the prime accused in the October 30, 2008, serial blasts that killed close to 100 people and injured hundreds. The forum, which has nearly 6,000 members, condemned the government’s move that facilitated the release of ULFA leaders from jail and said a similar move to release Daimary, if made, would be unacceptable.
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October - 23 
The Times of India reports that CRPF commandant, R K Dagar said on October 23 that the Maoists had raised a special battalion called ‘Jan Militia’, which is a term used to describe a part-time member of the Maoist group in charge of a village level m
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The Times of India reports that CRPF commandant, R K Dagar said on October 23 that the Maoists had raised a special battalion called ‘Jan Militia’, which is a term used to describe a part-time member of the Maoist group in charge of a village level militia. In fact they are the supporters and sympathizers of the Maoists and are their ears and eyes. Sanya village under Bhandarya block is one such place in the Palamu District where the Maoists have Jan Militia. Dagar said three such Jan Militia were arrested and jailed when very recently the CRPF and the local Police there raided the village and made huge recoveries including 10 land-mines. "Land-mines were stored in an abandoned house, A woman has also been arrested among the three others," said Dagar. This ‘Jan Militia’ was operative in at least half a dozen villages like Chak, Metlong, Barwayya, Jhetha, Ekta etc. They work silently for the benefit of the Maoists.
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October - 23 
Three days after a Dhruv helicopter carrying Border Security Force (BSF) personnel crashed near Ranchi killing all three on board, the CPI-Maoist have claimed to have shot it down, reports India Today. In an SMS sent to the media, undersigned by the
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Three days after a Dhruv helicopter carrying Border Security Force (BSF) personnel crashed near Ranchi killing all three on board, the CPI-Maoist have claimed to have shot it down, reports India Today. In an SMS sent to the media, undersigned by the head of its South Chhotanagpur zonal committee head, Kundan Pahan, the Maoists have claimed responsibility for the incident. The message read: "Helicopter ko Maowadi Jan Mukti Chapamaar Sena ke veer jawanon ne maar giraya - Kundan Pahan [The helicopter was shot down by the brave soldiers of the People's Liberation Guerrilla Army”. The PLGA is the armed wing of the CPI- Maoist-and Pahan has been heading it for the last five years.
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October - 23 
Times of India reports that three youths from Manipur, including a ‘commander’ of People's United Liberation Front (PULF) militant outfit, were arrested in south Delhi for their alleged involvement in vehicle theft cases. Twelve motorcycles have been
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Times of India reports that three youths from Manipur, including a ‘commander’ of People's United Liberation Front (PULF) militant outfit, were arrested in south Delhi for their alleged involvement in vehicle theft cases. Twelve motorcycles have been recovered from the gang. The accused, identified as Suraj Khan (26), Ayub Khan (36), and Rajib Saikh (22) were arrested from Munirka. "The three men used to dispose of the stolen motorcycles to the northeast through the railways using fake registration certificates and identity proof," said Chhaya Sharma, deputy commissioner of Police (south).
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October - 23 
Two Maoists allegedly involved in putting up posters against Western Region Development Minister Susanta Hansda, were arrested from their homes at Grithokham village in the District on October 23, reports PTI. The two arrestees identified as Khokan M
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Two Maoists allegedly involved in putting up posters against Western Region Development Minister Susanta Hansda, were arrested from their homes at Grithokham village in the District on October 23, reports PTI. The two arrestees identified as Khokan Mahato alias Debang and Biswajit Mahato were also accused in cases of murder, attempt to murder, putting up road blocks and setting ablaze houses.
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October - 23 
Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said a special package for the Maoist-hit areas of West Midnapore had been finalised, reports The Telegraph. “The chief minister has requested that such funding be extended to two more Jungle Mahal areas (Purul
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Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said a special package for the Maoist-hit areas of West Midnapore had been finalised, reports The Telegraph. “The chief minister has requested that such funding be extended to two more Jungle Mahal areas (Purulia and Bankura). I will speak to the Union Home Minister (P. Chidambaram) about this,” he said in Calcutta.
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October - 23 
A person, identified as Bahadur Khan, was killed and two others, Sher Khan and Hazar Khan sustained injuries in a landmine blast in Behkar area of Dera Bugti District.
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A person, identified as Bahadur Khan, was killed and two others, Sher Khan and Hazar Khan sustained injuries in a landmine blast in Behkar area of Dera Bugti District.
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October - 23 
Former president Pervez Musharraf on October 23 said that Pakistan has “definite reasons” for not acting against the Haqqani Network, as such action may not be in Pakistan’s current interest, reports The Express Tribune. The former President did not
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Former president Pervez Musharraf on October 23 said that Pakistan has “definite reasons” for not acting against the Haqqani Network, as such action may not be in Pakistan’s current interest, reports The Express Tribune. The former President did not rule out future action against the Haqqanis, but said that he was not privy to any information in this regard. Musharraf was speaking at a question and answer session organised at the University of London by the School of Oriental and African Studies and hosted by Express News host of Frontline, Kamran Shahid. Musharraf faced an intense question and answer session in London, being grilled by an audience comprising both South Asian and international students. Answering a question on drone strikes and the attached collateral damage, the former President of Pakistan said it was a “catch 22″ situation, saying on the one hand, Pakistan wants to defeat al Qaeda and Taliban since that they are terrorists trying to destabilize the region but at the same time they had to avoid Talibanisation of Pakistan. He added that militants are being killed in drone strikes, but at the cost of collateral damage, which is why he never drone strikes during his term. He admitted that handling this situation was a problem area.
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October - 23 
Karachi Police claimed to have arrested two alleged suspects, identified as Zakir Hussain and Gul Mohammad, involved in nearly 252 target-killing cases in Karachi on October 23, reported Daily Times. Officials said that the suspects belonged to a pol
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Karachi Police claimed to have arrested two alleged suspects, identified as Zakir Hussain and Gul Mohammad, involved in nearly 252 target-killing cases in Karachi on October 23, reported Daily Times. Officials said that the suspects belonged to a political party and were arrested along with a huge cache of weapons after a brief encounter near Abdullah Shah Ghazi shrine within the jurisdiction of Clifton Police Station. Police officials also claimed to have recovered two Kalashnikovs, two 8mm rifles, two 9mm pistols, two TT pistols and a motorcycle from their possessions.
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October - 23 
Pakistan has told the United States that it is ready to facilitate its talks with the Afghan Taliban, but cannot become a guarantor to the negotiating process, The News quoting a report said on October 23. The report quoted a senior security official
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Pakistan has told the United States that it is ready to facilitate its talks with the Afghan Taliban, but cannot become a guarantor to the negotiating process, The News quoting a report said on October 23. The report quoted a senior security official as saying that the Afghan Taliban would themselves determine the propriety or otherwise of sitting at the negotiating table with the United States. "Contact with the Haqqani network is there, but they are not in our pocket," was the message put across during a crucial meeting between the two sides on October 21. "Pakistan must not be blamed in case of failure of attempts (by U.S.) for reconciliation with the Taliban as it does not spoon- feed them," the official remarked.
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October - 23 
The Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) have been put on high alert to avert possible terrorist attacks in Karachi following the threats. According to reports, LEAs have warned of possible bomb blast in the city and other terror attacks and directed rele
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The Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) have been put on high alert to avert possible terrorist attacks in Karachi following the threats. According to reports, LEAs have warned of possible bomb blast in the city and other terror attacks and directed relevant officials to take all possible measures to prevent terrorists in the city having intention to sabotage law and order. Sources revealed that numerous terror threats were looming large over the city after which authorities had directed operational forces, including Police and Rangers, to enhance snap checking and keep eye on suspicious vehicles. Terrorists had directly been threatening various high profile personalities and organizations by making phone calls, sending letters and using other techniques. It has also been learnt that terrorists had set the timeframe and declared upcoming days crucial for the attacks. The sources further said that target would be political figures, revenue generating organisations, including Pakistan State Oil, LEAs officials, media figures and civil society members.
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October - 23 
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) threatened to attack installations of Shell Pakistan and the state-run Pakistan State Oil if the two firms do not pay a total of Rs 400 million within 20 days as extortion money, Times of India quoting The News re
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The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) threatened to attack installations of Shell Pakistan and the state-run Pakistan State Oil if the two firms do not pay a total of Rs 400 million within 20 days as extortion money, Times of India quoting The News report said on October 23. "I had personally spoken to the managing directors of the Pakistan State Oil and Shell Pakistan and demanded that they arrange to pay us Rs 200 million each. Otherwise, I had warned them that we would start attacking their installations anywhere in the country," an unnamed senior TTP ‘commander’ told The News on phone. The unnamed ‘commander’ claimed officials of the two oil companies had sought time to consider the TTP's demand. The ‘commander’ further claimed the TTP had never warned the companies to halt supplying fuel to NATO forces in Afghanistan. He said officials of the companies "wrongly linked" the TTP's threat to ending oil supplies to the foreign forces. "It isn't true. We never asked them to stop fuel supply to the US or NATO forces in Afghanistan. We had nothing to do with whatever they are doing. I just asked them to pay us Rs 200 million within 20 days, otherwise we would target their installations," the ‘commander’ was quoted as saying.
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October - 23 
The United States and Pakistan have 90-95 per cent agreement on a work plan to combat terrorists, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on October 23 while reflecting on her two-day visit to Islamabad, reports Dawn. During the visit, which ended
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The United States and Pakistan have 90-95 per cent agreement on a work plan to combat terrorists, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on October 23 while reflecting on her two-day visit to Islamabad, reports Dawn. During the visit, which ended on October 21, the chief US diplomat urged Pakistan to move against extremists who were attacking American forces in Afghanistan or risk dwindling support from the US and further instability at home. But in a series of interviews to various US television networks on Sunday, Secretary Clinton tried to downplay the differences and also highlighted Pakistan’s cooperation in the fight against al Qaeda. “We’re about 90, 95 per cent in agreement between the United States and Pakistan about the means of our moving towards what are commonly shared goals,” she said. “And we have a work plan and a real commitment to making sure we are as effective as possible together.”
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October - 23 
Two Security Force (SF) personnel, identified as Faraz and Muhammad Hussain, were shot dead by Baloch Liberation Army’s (BLA) militants in Karati Kach area of Chamalang in Loralai District of Balochistan on October 23, reports Daily Times. BLA spokes
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Two Security Force (SF) personnel, identified as Faraz and Muhammad Hussain, were shot dead by Baloch Liberation Army’s (BLA) militants in Karati Kach area of Chamalang in Loralai District of Balochistan on October 23, reports Daily Times. BLA spokesman Azad Baloch, claimed responsibility for the killing.
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October - 23 
The Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on October 23 urged his deputy, vice chairman Mohan Baidya to come up with a clear position about the ongoing peace and constitution-writing processes, acc
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The Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on October 23 urged his deputy, vice chairman Mohan Baidya to come up with a clear position about the ongoing peace and constitution-writing processes, according to Kantipuronline. Dahal said that time has come for the hardliners to clear their stance on the peace process as political parties are close to forging a peace deal. After holding discussions with Baidya, about resolving the deepening intra-party rift, Dahal said there was no alternative with the party to accomplishing the peace process and drafting the constitution compromising with the Nepali Congress (NC) and the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML). “Baidyaji himself is not against the party's line of peace and constitution writing but he is under pressure from other leaders,” said politburo member Haribol Gajurel, close to Dahal. Leaders say some Baidya supporters are trying to split the party. Dahal is also preparing to hold talks with other leaders from the Baidya camp, including General Secretary Ram Bahadur Thapa and Secretary C P Gajurel. Notably, Thapa claimed that Dahal has links with India’s external intelligence agency, Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW) and accused him of coming to terms on the number of combatants to be integrated in the Nepal Army under the directive of the RAW. He also objected to the signing of the Bilateral Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (BIPPA) with the Government of India on October 21. He accused Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai of going against people’s wish, party’s decision and political consensus by signing the BIPPA.
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October - 23 
Police arrested three accused in a War Crime case on October 23 from Jashordi and Shakharikati villages under Kachua sub-district of Bagerhat District, reports Daily Star. The three are Moksed Ali Dihidar, Ibrahim Molla and Asman Dihidar. The three w
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Police arrested three accused in a War Crime case on October 23 from Jashordi and Shakharikati villages under Kachua sub-district of Bagerhat District, reports Daily Star. The three are Moksed Ali Dihidar, Ibrahim Molla and Asman Dihidar. The three were sued with Morrelganj Police Station on July 16, 2010 on charge of committing crimes during Liberation War in 1971 at Teligati village under Morrelganj sub-district of Bagerhat District.
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October - 23 
The Bangladesh Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina has alleged that the opposition chief, Khaleda Zia is trying to bring back terrorism and militancy to the country, reports bdnews24.com. She commented on October 23 at Berlin (Germany), "Her true face has
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The Bangladesh Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina has alleged that the opposition chief, Khaleda Zia is trying to bring back terrorism and militancy to the country, reports bdnews24.com. She commented on October 23 at Berlin (Germany), "Her true face has come out. Our opposition has asked us to free war criminals”.
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October - 23 
The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) allowed investigators to question former Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) lawmaker Abdul Alim at his son's residence, in Banani area of Dhaka City, instead of a safe home, considering his physical condition.
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The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) allowed investigators to question former Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) lawmaker Abdul Alim at his son's residence, in Banani area of Dhaka City, instead of a safe home, considering his physical condition.
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October - 24 
A man from Bihar was arrested on October 24 in Hazaribagh District for supplying arms to the Maoists reports The Hindu. “Rana Singh alias Pappu Singh, who was arrested from Charhi block of the District, is the gang-leader of the team supplying arms t
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A man from Bihar was arrested on October 24 in Hazaribagh District for supplying arms to the Maoists reports The Hindu. “Rana Singh alias Pappu Singh, who was arrested from Charhi block of the District, is the gang-leader of the team supplying arms to the Maoists operating in Hazaribagh, Ramgarh and Chatra Districts of Jharkhand. After finalising deals with the Maoists, he used to supply arms to them at a spot fixed by the Maoist,” Superintendent of Police (SP), Pankaj Kamboj said. Rana Singh belongs to Amba village in Bihar's Nalanda District, he said.
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October - 24 
A three-member action team of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a former home-guard, Korra Balaraju in front of his house at Antharla, just two kilometers from the mandal (administrative unit) headquarters, Chintapalli in Vishak
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A three-member action team of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed a former home-guard, Korra Balaraju in front of his house at Antharla, just two kilometers from the mandal (administrative unit) headquarters, Chintapalli in Vishakhapatnam District on October 24, reports The Hindu. The victim was a Maoist cadre earlier and was reportedly on the hit-list of Maoists since he became a home-guard.
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October - 24 
Assam Tribune reports that notwithstanding Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi optimism over the possibility of the Government sealing a deal with United People Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) soon, the deadlock continues with the outfit on October 24 sticking
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Assam Tribune reports that notwithstanding Chief Minister, Tarun Gogoi optimism over the possibility of the Government sealing a deal with United People Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) soon, the deadlock continues with the outfit on October 24 sticking to their demand on setting up a neutral autonomous council ahead of the polls. The Chief Minister, however, appeared non-committal, when asked about the demand for dismissal of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC). “I have to consult the autonomous district council, as the body is constituted under the Sixth schedule of the Constitution,” he said.
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October - 24 
Kanglaonline reports that three hand grenades were recovered at the residence of three individuals at three different places in Imphal West District on October 24. The first grenade was found at the residence of Senjam Mani (55), at Naoremthong. The
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Kanglaonline reports that three hand grenades were recovered at the residence of three individuals at three different places in Imphal West District on October 24. The first grenade was found at the residence of Senjam Mani (55), at Naoremthong. The second grenade was found near the residence of Elangbam Amumacha in Wangjing Tentha. The third was recovered from Yairipok Bamon Leikai when one unidentified person came to threaten one grocer Takhellambam Pishak with a hand grenade.
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October - 24 
The All Party Hurriyat Conference-Geelani (APHC-G) chairman, Syed Ali Shah Geelani, on October 24, said Kashmir, in all probabilities, was going to be a part of Pakistan “had the Indian troops not landed here on the day.” He also reiterated the call
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The All Party Hurriyat Conference-Geelani (APHC-G) chairman, Syed Ali Shah Geelani, on October 24, said Kashmir, in all probabilities, was going to be a part of Pakistan “had the Indian troops not landed here on the day.” He also reiterated the call for strike on October 27, 2011, reports Kashmir Times.
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October - 24 
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) on October 24 recovered a cache of arms and ammunitions and arrested one person in Firozpur District in Punjab, The Times of India reported. Besides the arms, 54 kg heroin - originating from Pakistan – wa
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The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) on October 24 recovered a cache of arms and ammunitions and arrested one person in Firozpur District in Punjab, The Times of India reported. Besides the arms, 54 kg heroin - originating from Pakistan – was also been seized. The haul is seen as outfits across the border using drug syndicates to fund terror network and reviving Khalistani militancy in Punjab. The arms recovered include a pistol of Pakistani make and another of Chinese make along with 52 live cartridges and three magazines. The arrestee was identified as Khan Singh alias Khan. "The recovery of arms and ammunition points to a bigger conspiracy, which is being investigated," a senior DRI official said. He said the drug consignment was worth more than 1000 million in the international market.
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October - 24 
The non-Karbi organizations, comprising different student bodies of Karbi Anglong District, have demanded the Central, State government and the UPDS which is on ceasefire to disclose the charter of demands publicly, reports The Sentinel.
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The non-Karbi organizations, comprising different student bodies of Karbi Anglong District, have demanded the Central, State government and the UPDS which is on ceasefire to disclose the charter of demands publicly, reports The Sentinel.
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October - 24 
The sentinel reports that a top National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) cadre, identified as Laitwang Wotey (35), was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) in Bank Colony at Khonsa in Tirap District on October 24. Two Chinese grenades and an extort
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The sentinel reports that a top National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN) cadre, identified as Laitwang Wotey (35), was arrested by Security Forces (SFs) in Bank Colony at Khonsa in Tirap District on October 24. Two Chinese grenades and an extortion note and recruitment letters of the organization were recovered from him.
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October - 24 
The Sentinel reports that two militants belonging to Anti-Talk-Faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-ATF) identified as Kanti Mashahary and Juelsing Brahma and one Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) identified as Jakir
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The Sentinel reports that two militants belonging to Anti-Talk-Faction of National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB-ATF) identified as Kanti Mashahary and Juelsing Brahma and one Muslim United Liberation Tigers of Assam (MULTA) identified as Jakir Ali were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) on October 24 from ILU Bazar and Patgaon respectively in Kokrajar District. The army recovered one .9mm pistol, a revolver, four rounds of live ammunitions and a Pulsar bike from the militants.
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October - 24 
The SHDDC failed to turn up for further talks with the State Government on October 24 which was agreed between the two sides during the talks on October 23 night at the Chief Minister’s bungalow and decided to continue its stir.
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The SHDDC failed to turn up for further talks with the State Government on October 24 which was agreed between the two sides during the talks on October 23 night at the Chief Minister’s bungalow and decided to continue its stir.
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October - 24 
The team of interlocutors appointed by the West Bengal Government to explore the possibility of peace talks with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on October 24 submitted a note on the discussions, reports The Hindu. The note was sent
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The team of interlocutors appointed by the West Bengal Government to explore the possibility of peace talks with the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) on October 24 submitted a note on the discussions, reports The Hindu. The note was sent to the Government and the State leadership of the CPI-Maoist. It summarises the discussions the interlocutors had with both the sides since it was formed in July. Implicit in the note are the views of the interlocutors on taking the process for negotiations forward. “Both the sides are now free to add, reject or make alterations to the note which is only a summarisation of the discussions that have taken place with us. If they agree to it they can let us know……An agenda for discussions between the two sides to take the peace process forward could then be drawn up,” key interlocutor Sujato Bhadra said.
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October - 24 
Three persons were arrested by the Police on charges of circulating Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs), allegedly printed in Pakistan and Bangladesh, in Bangalore in Karnataka, Deccan Herald reported. Of the three arrestees, Bisrath Sheikh, Saddam Hu
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Three persons were arrested by the Police on charges of circulating Fake Indian Currency Notes (FICNs), allegedly printed in Pakistan and Bangladesh, in Bangalore in Karnataka, Deccan Herald reported. Of the three arrestees, Bisrath Sheikh, Saddam Hussain hailed from West Bengal, and the third Venkatesh was a resident of Tamil Nadu. FICNs of 1000 INR and 500 INR denomination of face value INR 2.2 million were recovered from their possession.
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October - 24 
Times of India reports that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) charge sheeted three cadres of the Zomi Revolutionary Army (ZRA) in connection with fraudulent withdrawal of INR 4.54 crores from United Bank of India (UBI) Churachandpur branch in
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Times of India reports that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) charge sheeted three cadres of the Zomi Revolutionary Army (ZRA) in connection with fraudulent withdrawal of INR 4.54 crores from United Bank of India (UBI) Churachandpur branch in October 2009.
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October - 24 
A 12-year-old boy, identified as Ali Mohammad Chandio, and a man, Abdul Hameed, were killed while another wounded when unidentified militants opened fire on a private car of Crime Investigation Department (CID) Sub-Inspector (SI) Ashiq Khosa on Octob
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A 12-year-old boy, identified as Ali Mohammad Chandio, and a man, Abdul Hameed, were killed while another wounded when unidentified militants opened fire on a private car of Crime Investigation Department (CID) Sub-Inspector (SI) Ashiq Khosa on October 24 in Chakra Goth, Korangi, within the jurisdiction of Zaman Town Police Station, reported Daily Times. Khosa escaped the attack. However, his driver-cum-gunman Mutahir Hussain sustained critical injuries.
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October - 24 
Police and Rangers jointly carried out search operation in Chakra Goth and its adjoining areas, arresting 53 suspected persons. Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) claimed to have arrested four suspects from the metropolis in separate raids. Special Inve
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Police and Rangers jointly carried out search operation in Chakra Goth and its adjoining areas, arresting 53 suspected persons. Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) claimed to have arrested four suspects from the metropolis in separate raids. Special Investigation Unit (SIU) arrested an alleged member, Arsalan, of ‘abduction for ransom’ group from Federal B Area. A TT pistol was also recovered from his possession. In another raid, CID claimed to have arrested an alleged target killer.
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October - 24 
Police recovered two hand grenades, detonators and 75 cartridges from the house of a Sipah Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) cadre in Dera Ismail Khan. Cantonment SHO Mohammad Nawaz Gandapur said that they were informed that Imran Ali and Jamshed Mohammad, both
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Police recovered two hand grenades, detonators and 75 cartridges from the house of a Sipah Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) cadre in Dera Ismail Khan. Cantonment SHO Mohammad Nawaz Gandapur said that they were informed that Imran Ali and Jamshed Mohammad, both cadres of SSP, were hiding in the house of Merajuddin Mehsud in Gulshan Jamil Colony. “We raided the house but didn’t find the activists there. However, we arrested Merajuddin Mehsud for possessing illegal arms and registered a case against him under Anti-Terrorism Act,” he said.
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October - 24 
The United States (US) Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on October 24 said that Pakistan will face “dire consequences” if it fails to contain terrorists operating from its soil, reported The Express Tribune. Clinton made this statement in an interv
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The United States (US) Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on October 24 said that Pakistan will face “dire consequences” if it fails to contain terrorists operating from its soil, reported The Express Tribune. Clinton made this statement in an interview with Bloomberg News two days after she visited Islamabad, adding that Pakistan requires help from the US and Afghanistan to battle militancy. She added that the US administration does not want Pakistan to overtly launch a military offensive against the banned outfits and forces that attack US and Afghan forces, but carry out clandestine actions. There are “different ways of fighting besides overt military action,” she said. Clinton said that she urged Pakistan to share intelligence with the US forces station in Afghanistan to foil attacks and block supply routes. She also said that better synchronization might curtail incidents like the attack on the American Embassy in Kabul for which the US blamed the Haqqani network. Further, Hillary Clinton said that Haqqani network has launched lethal attacks against US and Afghan targets and it may unleash violence inside Pakistan, reports Daily Times. Clinton said she pressed Pakistan to fully share intelligence with US forces in Afghanistan to prevent attacks and choke off money and supply routes. “We can go after funding. We can go after couriers,’’ she said she told Pakistani leaders.
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October - 24 
Two persons, including a former member of a peace committee, were killed and another was injured in two separate incidents in Tank District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 24, reports Dawn. In the first incident, armed motorcyclists opened firing o
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Two persons, including a former member of a peace committee, were killed and another was injured in two separate incidents in Tank District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 24, reports Dawn. In the first incident, armed motorcyclists opened firing on Ghulam Ayaz, former member of a peace committee, his son and a friend in Shiekh Utar village. Ghulam Ayaz was killed on the spot while his friend identified as Nawab Gul sustained injuries. Mohammad Imran, the son of Mr Ayaz, escaped unhurt in the incident. In the second incident, unidentified persons opened firing on a cab driver when he tried to speed up his car after they signalled him to stop on Tank-Pazo Road. The driver identified as Mashkatullah sustained critical injuries and succumbed to his injuries.
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October - 24 
Unidentified militants attacked a convoy and a camp of Security Forces (SFs) with rockets in coalmine fields of Chamalang area in Loralai District and Margat in Mach area of Bolan District on October 24, Dawn reported. In the first incident, four roc
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Unidentified militants attacked a convoy and a camp of Security Forces (SFs) with rockets in coalmine fields of Chamalang area in Loralai District and Margat in Mach area of Bolan District on October 24, Dawn reported. In the first incident, four rockets were fired at the convoy of Frontier Corps in the Chamalang coalmine field, but these landed and exploded at an open place, causing no casualty. In the second attack, the assailants fired six rockets at a camp of the Frontier Corps personnel in the Margat coalmine field. However, none of the rockets hit the target.
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October - 24 
Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on October 24 expressed serious reservation on his party general secretary Ram Bahadur Thapa’s allegation that he is following the directive of Indian intellig
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Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda on October 24 expressed serious reservation on his party general secretary Ram Bahadur Thapa’s allegation that he is following the directive of Indian intelligence agency, Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), reports Nepal News.
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October - 24 
A Rapid Action Battalion (RAB-9) team recovered a foreign-made revolver and 100 bullets from Dhupakhola area in Mymensingh District on October 24. RAB also arrested two persons for their alleged involvement in illegal arms trading. The arrestees were
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A Rapid Action Battalion (RAB-9) team recovered a foreign-made revolver and 100 bullets from Dhupakhola area in Mymensingh District on October 24. RAB also arrested two persons for their alleged involvement in illegal arms trading. The arrestees were identified as Shah Syed Zaman alias Zinnah (55) and Mohammad Habib (28).
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October - 24 
The ICT fixed October 26 for hearing a contempt of court petition filed by Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), the parent party of Islamic Chhatra Shibir (ICS) Ameer (Chief) Matiur Rahman Nizami against Altaf Hossain, superintendent of Dhaka Central Jail, on char
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The ICT fixed October 26 for hearing a contempt of court petition filed by Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), the parent party of Islamic Chhatra Shibir (ICS) Ameer (Chief) Matiur Rahman Nizami against Altaf Hossain, superintendent of Dhaka Central Jail, on charge of violating its earlier order for ensuring his treatment.
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October - 24 
Three accused of August 21, 2004 Grenade Attack Cases, including JeI leader Ali Ahsan Mohammad Mojahid and former state minister for home Lutfozzaman Babar, appealed to Speedy Trail Tribunal-1 to be discharged of the cases. Meanwhile, the other accu
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Three accused of August 21, 2004 Grenade Attack Cases, including JeI leader Ali Ahsan Mohammad Mojahid and former state minister for home Lutfozzaman Babar, appealed to Speedy Trail Tribunal-1 to be discharged of the cases. Meanwhile, the other accused Harkat-ul-Jihad-al Islami Bangladesh (HuJI-B) leader Moulana Abu Taher's counsel also appealed to the Court to discharge his client from the charges.
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October - 24 
Ahead of Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Perth in Australia a Sri Lankan man, who had migrated to Australia, filed war crimes charges against Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa in a city court in Melbourne, Indian Express repo
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Ahead of Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Perth in Australia a Sri Lankan man, who had migrated to Australia, filed war crimes charges against Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa in a city court in Melbourne, Indian Express reported. The complainant has been identified as Jegan Waran, a retired engineer who migrated to Australia from Sri Lanka. President Rajapaksa will be arriving in Australia to participate in the CHOGM to be held at Perth.
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October - 24 
Economic Development Minister Basil Rajapaksa also categorically denied allegations, raised in certain quarters that the Government is in the process of colonizing areas in the North which are inhabited by members of both the Tamil and Sinhala commun
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Economic Development Minister Basil Rajapaksa also categorically denied allegations, raised in certain quarters that the Government is in the process of colonizing areas in the North which are inhabited by members of both the Tamil and Sinhala communities. The minister said the government has no plans to colonize such areas in the Northern Province though every citizen is entitled to live anywhere under the country’s law. He stressed that the government resettled only those who had lived in the Northern Province and no outsiders were allowed to be resettled in the area.
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October - 24 
Tamil National Alliance (TNA) is to file a Fundamental Rights petition before the Supreme Court on October 24 (today) against the Government's move to register the lands in the North and East, Colombo Page reported. The TNA alleged that the Governmen
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Tamil National Alliance (TNA) is to file a Fundamental Rights petition before the Supreme Court on October 24 (today) against the Government's move to register the lands in the North and East, Colombo Page reported. The TNA alleged that the Government had failed to respond to the request made by the party to stop the land registration in the North and East.
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October - 25 
A tripartite meet involving the Union Government, the Assam Government and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on October 25 had broad discussions on the outfit’s charter of demands that it had submitted to the Government in August, reports Telegr
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A tripartite meet involving the Union Government, the Assam Government and United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) on October 25 had broad discussions on the outfit’s charter of demands that it had submitted to the Government in August, reports Telegraph. The ULFA team was led by its Chairman, Arabinda Rajkhowa. Union home secretary R.K. Singh, who presided over the discussions, said that “The steps taken by the ULFA leaders for restoration of peace and normalcy in the area would yield speedier socio-economic development for the people of Assam.” He promised to review the status of talks, which will now be carried forward by the Union Government’s interlocutor for the peace talks with ULFA, P.C. Haldar, periodically. Assam Chief Secretary Naba Kumar Das described the meeting as cordial and fruitful. “There was some discussion on rehabilitation as well as issues relating to setting up of designated camps — to be christened as Nabanirman Kendras — for the ULFA cadres,” he said. Echoing Das, ULFA vice-chairman Pradip Gogoi said the talks were positive. “The issue of designated camps, framing of ground rules were also discussed,” he said. “It (the meeting) has set the ball rolling for further talks to bring about a lasting solution to Assam’s insurgency problem,” the official said.
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October - 25 
Militants also hurled a grenade on a Police bunker guarding the Jammu and Kashmir Bank branch of Zainapora in Pulwama in the afternoon. The grenade missed the intended target and exploded on the road. However, no one was injured in the attack.
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Militants also hurled a grenade on a Police bunker guarding the Jammu and Kashmir Bank branch of Zainapora in Pulwama in the afternoon. The grenade missed the intended target and exploded on the road. However, no one was injured in the attack.
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October - 25 
Militants carried out another attack in General Bus Stand Anantnag this afternoon. A Police constable Anzar Ahmad Mughal, who was on duty in the bus stand was fired at from close range by militants. The constable was critically injured in the attack
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Militants carried out another attack in General Bus Stand Anantnag this afternoon. A Police constable Anzar Ahmad Mughal, who was on duty in the bus stand was fired at from close range by militants. The constable was critically injured in the attack and stated to be critical.
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October - 25 
Militants on October 25 carried out a series of attacks in Srinagar and South Kashmir injuring four Security Forces (SFs) personnel, two of them critically, reports Daily Excelsior. First attack was carried out on a security bunker outside Dashnami A
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Militants on October 25 carried out a series of attacks in Srinagar and South Kashmir injuring four Security Forces (SFs) personnel, two of them critically, reports Daily Excelsior. First attack was carried out on a security bunker outside Dashnami Akhara building in Lal Chowk area of Srinagar in the afternoon. The grenade landed inside the bunker resulting in injuries to three CRPF personnel. Minutes later, another grenade was thrown by militants at a Police post in Batamaloo area. The grenade missed the intended target and exploded on the road creating a crater. However, no one was injured in the blast.
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October - 25 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested three Kangleipak Communist Party-Military Council (KCP-MC) militant cadres identified as Akham Premkumar alias Mubi (40), Birmani alias Kangleipurel (33) and Oinam Tomba (42), along with five Kilograms of IED on October
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested three Kangleipak Communist Party-Military Council (KCP-MC) militant cadres identified as Akham Premkumar alias Mubi (40), Birmani alias Kangleipurel (33) and Oinam Tomba (42), along with five Kilograms of IED on October 25 from Yumnam Khunou in Imphal East District.
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October - 25 
SFs joined searches launched by Police to apprehend three most wanted militants involved in a blast outside Delhi High Court on September 7 that killed 15 civilians and injured 80 others. The searches are being conducted in upper reaches of Kishtwar
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SFs joined searches launched by Police to apprehend three most wanted militants involved in a blast outside Delhi High Court on September 7 that killed 15 civilians and injured 80 others. The searches are being conducted in upper reaches of Kishtwar where three wanted militants of Hizbul Mujahideen outfit including Junaid Akram Malik, Shakir Hussain Sheikh alias Chotta Hafiz alias Adil and Aamir Ali Kamal alias Kamran were reportedly hiding.
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October - 25 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres organized a 'Jan Adalat' (Kangaroo court) in Palamu District on October 25, reports India Blooms. The Maoists organized the Kangaroo court to punish a villager accused of rape. As part of the pu
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres organized a 'Jan Adalat' (Kangaroo court) in Palamu District on October 25, reports India Blooms. The Maoists organized the Kangaroo court to punish a villager accused of rape. As part of the punishment, the Maoists cut-off his right arm. The Maoist also claimed they organized the court on villager’s request.
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October - 25 
The Shillong Times reports that a three-member armed group of suspected Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants entered a village across the Simsang river near East Garo Hills District headquarters of Williamnagar on October 25 and opened fire
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The Shillong Times reports that a three-member armed group of suspected Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants entered a village across the Simsang river near East Garo Hills District headquarters of Williamnagar on October 25 and opened fire injuring a woman from the village whom they accused of collaborating with the Police against the outfit. The militants were allegedly led by the GNLA ‘operational commander’ Jennie alias Ringrang.
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October - 25 
Two militants Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants, Bilal Ahmad Mir and Javid Ahmad Mir, were arrested in the night of October 25 and two grenades seized from them at a checkpoint on Court Road in Sopore town of Baramulla District. The arrestees were resi
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Two militants Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) militants, Bilal Ahmad Mir and Javid Ahmad Mir, were arrested in the night of October 25 and two grenades seized from them at a checkpoint on Court Road in Sopore town of Baramulla District. The arrestees were residents of Sopore town and were locally trained militants of LeT, Hussain said, adding one of them was a "recycled" militant. They were allegedly tasked to carry out fresh grenade attacks. The duo were "not linked" with October 25 grenade attacks in Srinagar and Shopian.
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October - 25 
ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Baruah slammed the first official peace talks between the ULFA and the Centre held on October 25 in New Delhi, reports The Sentinel.
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ULFA ‘commander-in-chief’ Paresh Baruah slammed the first official peace talks between the ULFA and the Centre held on October 25 in New Delhi, reports The Sentinel.
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October - 25 
A Frontier Corps (FC) soldier was killed in a landmine explosion near Sorang coalmine field near Quetta. According to spokesperson of Frontier Corps (FC), Mohammad Ishaq, the FC man, was clearing a landmine near Sorang area when it exploded, killing
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A Frontier Corps (FC) soldier was killed in a landmine explosion near Sorang coalmine field near Quetta. According to spokesperson of Frontier Corps (FC), Mohammad Ishaq, the FC man, was clearing a landmine near Sorang area when it exploded, killing him instantly. The banned outfit Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) has claimed responsibility for the killing. Its spokesman, who introduced himself as Merak Baloch, said his organisation would continue such attacks on security forces in the future.
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October - 25 
At least 18,000 people have fled their homes in Khyber Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), fearing a fresh onslaught of fighting between the Army and militants, officials said on October 25, reports Daily Times. Families streamed ou
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At least 18,000 people have fled their homes in Khyber Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), fearing a fresh onslaught of fighting between the Army and militants, officials said on October 25, reports Daily Times. Families streamed out of the Agency, a flashpoint for Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and other groups on the NATO supply line into neighbouring Afghanistan, after the Army ordered them to leave because of military action going on in the area. “Around 3,200 families, up to 18,000 people, have arrived in the Jalozai refugee camp and we are making arrangements to facilitate them,” Adnan Khan, spokesman for the disaster management authority of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province said. “We will provide them food for 15 days initially and also non-food items, including tents and utensils,” he said. An administration official in Khyber said that many people were sheltering with relatives or in rented houses, rather than at the government camps. “More than 20,000 people have left the area, many of them have gone to relatives’ homes in Peshawar and other peaceful cities while many others rented houses there,” said Mutahir Zeb, the top administrative official of Khyber Agency.
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October - 25 
Clifton Police arrested an alleged member of Lyari gangsters group Nauroz Chandio. One TT pistol and 10 kilogrammes of hashish were also recovered from his possession. He is a close aide of Taj Mohammad alias Taju. Police sources said that Nauroz was
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Clifton Police arrested an alleged member of Lyari gangsters group Nauroz Chandio. One TT pistol and 10 kilogrammes of hashish were also recovered from his possession. He is a close aide of Taj Mohammad alias Taju. Police sources said that Nauroz was arrested three days before from Lyari area by Rangers and then they handed over him to Police.
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October - 25 
Four people, including an anti-Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militia member, were killed on October 25 in a remote-controlled roadside bomb blast in Ghor Ghundai area of Samar Bagh tehsil (revenue unit) in Lower Dir District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,
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Four people, including an anti-Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militia member, were killed on October 25 in a remote-controlled roadside bomb blast in Ghor Ghundai area of Samar Bagh tehsil (revenue unit) in Lower Dir District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, reports Daily Times. Among the victims included a patient who was being transported to a hospital, local Police official Sher Hayat Khan said. Aziz-ur-Rehman, the anti- TTP militia member, and his son (12), a son-in-law and a neighbour were killed in the blast ripping through the vehicle they were travelling in, the Police said.
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October - 25 
Four security personnel sustained injuries in a roadside explosion at Malikhel Khwar area in the limits of Janikhel Police Station of Bannu District. The landmine planted by suspected militants exploded when a vehicle of security personnel, on a rout
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Four security personnel sustained injuries in a roadside explosion at Malikhel Khwar area in the limits of Janikhel Police Station of Bannu District. The landmine planted by suspected militants exploded when a vehicle of security personnel, on a routine patrolling. Security personnel were identified as Javed, Muzamil, Amir and Toorkhan.
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October - 25 
Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) commander Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, the main accused in the November 26, 2008 Mumbai terror attack case (also known as 26/11), has been clandestinely communicating from prison with members of his outfit, according to intercepts by
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Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) commander Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, the main accused in the November 26, 2008 Mumbai terror attack case (also known as 26/11), has been clandestinely communicating from prison with members of his outfit, according to intercepts by Western Intelligence Agencies, reported Indian Express on October 26. Lakhvi, currently lodged in Rawalpindi's high-security Adiala Jail, has been using mobile phones to contact other members of LeT, Western diplomatic sources said. These contacts had been going on for "many months", said a source familiar with the tracking of Lakhvi's clandestine communications by Intelligence Agencies. United States (US) officials alerted their Pakistani counterparts about the intercepts and asked them to "shut down" the contacts but no action had been taken so far by officials at Adiala Jail or other authorities, two officials of two different countries said on condition of anonymity.
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October - 25 
Owner of a public call office (PCO), Shahzad Khan (34), was shot dead in Wahid Colony within the jurisdiction of North Nazimabad Police Station in the wee hours. A Police official said the victim was the resident of same area and one of his brothers
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Owner of a public call office (PCO), Shahzad Khan (34), was shot dead in Wahid Colony within the jurisdiction of North Nazimabad Police Station in the wee hours. A Police official said the victim was the resident of same area and one of his brothers was an activist of a banned outfit Sipah Sahaba Pakistan (SSP) while other was an active worker of Pakistan People’s Party (PPP).
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October - 25 
Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) High Court Chief Justice (CJ) Ghulam Mustafa Mughal was seriously injured when unidentified assailants opened fire upon him at Muzaffarabad, the capital of PoK on October 25, reports Daily Times. Deputy Superintendent
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Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) High Court Chief Justice (CJ) Ghulam Mustafa Mughal was seriously injured when unidentified assailants opened fire upon him at Muzaffarabad, the capital of PoK on October 25, reports Daily Times. Deputy Superintendent Police (DSP) City Yaseen Baig told APP that the CJ was strolling at PoK University’s recreation ground near his residence when unidentified assailants fired at him and managed to escape. Baig said the CJ was walking without security guards when he was attacked. Police said Mughal left his driver and guard outside the recreation ground where he began his evening walk.
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October - 25 
Police found body of a young man from a garbage container in Ibn-e-Seena Lane within the limits of Brigade Police Station. The victim was later identified as 25-year-old Wazir Khan, son of Ameer Jan.
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Police found body of a young man from a garbage container in Ibn-e-Seena Lane within the limits of Brigade Police Station. The victim was later identified as 25-year-old Wazir Khan, son of Ameer Jan.
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October - 25 
Sindh Police arrested 10 suspects, including eight target killers, during different raids in the metropolis. North Nazimabad Police arrested an alleged target killer Noman alias Nomi after an encounter in their premises and recovered a repeater from
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Sindh Police arrested 10 suspects, including eight target killers, during different raids in the metropolis. North Nazimabad Police arrested an alleged target killer Noman alias Nomi after an encounter in their premises and recovered a repeater from his possession. The Police said Nomi was involved in three murder cases and belonged to a religious political party. The Quaidabad Police arrested two alleged target killers Salman Ali and Salman Shah after a brief encounter at Sherpao graveyard. The Police said the accused were involved in the murders of four persons, including a Police constable, and had confessed to throwing bodies in gunny bags after killing them. Two TT pistols were recovered from their possession. In another raid, Sir Syed Police arrested a narcotics dealer from North Karachi, Sector 11 and recovered two TT pistols and hashish from his possessions. Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Altaf Hussain said the accused was nominated in several cases of drug peddling and other crimes.
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October - 25 
Suspected militants killed a member of a peace body of Bara area of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) at Matani-Shaikhan Road in Peshawar on October 25, reports Dawn. Sources said that Mohammad Amin, the peace body member, w
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Suspected militants killed a member of a peace body of Bara area of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) at Matani-Shaikhan Road in Peshawar on October 25, reports Dawn. Sources said that Mohammad Amin, the peace body member, was a pro-government tribesman, who had shifted to Peshawar recently from the tribal region.
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October - 25 
The Anti-Extremist Cell (AEC) and Clifton Police arrested five alleged target killers and an alleged member of a Lyari gangster group. The suspects were arrested during separate raids in different parts of the city. The five suspected targeted killer
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The Anti-Extremist Cell (AEC) and Clifton Police arrested five alleged target killers and an alleged member of a Lyari gangster group. The suspects were arrested during separate raids in different parts of the city. The five suspected targeted killers were identified as Mohammad Adil, Mohammad Aslam, Nasir Qadri, Zain-ul-Abideen alias Zainu and Noman Khan. The AEC officials claimed that three of them were associated with Sunni Tehreek and two with Mohajir Qaumi Movement-Haqiqi. The police said that they were involved in over 30 cases of target killings.
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October - 25 
The Haqqani Network will not take part individually in any peace talks with the United States and negotiations must be led by the Afghan Taliban, a commander of the Haqqani Network said on October 25, reports Dawn. “They will not be able to find a so
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The Haqqani Network will not take part individually in any peace talks with the United States and negotiations must be led by the Afghan Taliban, a commander of the Haqqani Network said on October 25, reports Dawn. “They will not be able to find a solution to the Afghan conflict until and unless they hold talks with the Taliban shura,” he said while talking to Reuters from Afghanistan. During her visit to Islamabad last week, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton had urged Pakistan to persuade the Haqqanis to pursue peace. “This is not the first time the US has approached us for peace talks. The Americans had made several such attempts for talks which we rejected as we are an integral part of the Taliban led by Mullah Mohammad Omar,” the group’s commander said. “We are united and our goal is to liberate our homeland Afghanistan from the clutches of occupying forces. “We consider that trying to invite individuals or groups other than the Taliban shura for peace talks would be waste of time.”
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October - 25 
Two bullet-riddled bodies were found in different areas of Balochistan on October 25, reports Dawn. Sources said that local people informed police about the presence of a body in the industrial town of Hub in Lasbela District. The man was identified
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Two bullet-riddled bodies were found in different areas of Balochistan on October 25, reports Dawn. Sources said that local people informed police about the presence of a body in the industrial town of Hub in Lasbela District. The man was identified as Mohammad Usman Marri. Police said the deceased bore bullet marks on his head and chest. In addition, another body was recovered from Habib Nallah in Quetta city. The name of the deceased could not be ascertained.
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October - 25 
Sri Lanka's ruling United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA) parliamentarian Thilanga Sumathipala, on October 25 that there was no ethnic cleansing in the country, Colombo Page reported. Sumathipala made this statement in response to the issues raised
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Sri Lanka's ruling United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA) parliamentarian Thilanga Sumathipala, on October 25 that there was no ethnic cleansing in the country, Colombo Page reported. Sumathipala made this statement in response to the issues raised by the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) about the problems in the North and East.
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October - 26 
An exchange of fire took place between the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and the Police on October 26 in the Tadvai forest area in Warangal District, reports The Hindu. According to Superintendent of Police (SP), Rajesh K
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An exchange of fire took place between the cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and the Police on October 26 in the Tadvai forest area in Warangal District, reports The Hindu. According to Superintendent of Police (SP), Rajesh Kumar, the special Police party was combing the forest area between Chinnaboinapally and Tadvai where they spotted a group of Maoists camping in the afternoon. There was an exchange of fire immediately in which nearly 10 Maoist cadres reportedly escaped including the Khammam- Karimnagar- Warangal District Committee member, Bade Chokka Rao alias Damodar.
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October - 26 
Assam Tribune reports that a day after a formal round of negotiations with the Centre and Assam Government, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leaders met Government of India’s interlocutor, P C Haldar for an informal discussion on October 26. Ac
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Assam Tribune reports that a day after a formal round of negotiations with the Centre and Assam Government, United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) leaders met Government of India’s interlocutor, P C Haldar for an informal discussion on October 26. According to sources, ULFA leader Sasha Choudhury met Haldar to discuss about the agenda for the future round of political dialogue on the basis of the militant outfit’s charter of demands.
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October - 26 
Blockade supporters of the Sadar Hills Districthood Demand Committee (SHDDC) on October 26 set on fire school uniforms meant for Dakhoba High School, along the National Highway 2 at Keithelmabi, after they were found on a passenger bus.
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Blockade supporters of the Sadar Hills Districthood Demand Committee (SHDDC) on October 26 set on fire school uniforms meant for Dakhoba High School, along the National Highway 2 at Keithelmabi, after they were found on a passenger bus.
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October - 26 
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on October 26 said withdrawal of the Armed Forces (Special Power) Act (AFSPA) from certain areas of the State was in no way an effort to undermine the role of the Army. "The Army is essentially playing a major role in ant
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Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on October 26 said withdrawal of the Armed Forces (Special Power) Act (AFSPA) from certain areas of the State was in no way an effort to undermine the role of the Army. "The Army is essentially playing a major role in anti-militancy operations in Jammu and Kashmir", Omar said in adding, "Even the process of removal of AFSPA from certain areas of Jammu and Kashmir state is being done in close consultation with the Army and other central paramilitary forces and their inputs and security concerns will be evaluated and considered while removing the footprint of AFSPA from certain parts of the State."
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October - 26 
In a joint raid conducted by the Hazaribagh and the Chatra Police following a tip-off, a Maoist ‘zonal commander’, Ranjan Paswan alias Ajayjee was arrested from the dense forests of Jordag bordering Keredari (Hazaribag) and Tandwa (Chatra) on October
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In a joint raid conducted by the Hazaribagh and the Chatra Police following a tip-off, a Maoist ‘zonal commander’, Ranjan Paswan alias Ajayjee was arrested from the dense forests of Jordag bordering Keredari (Hazaribag) and Tandwa (Chatra) on October 26 with two firearms and about dozen live cartridges, said SP Pankaj Kamboj.He said Ajay's area of operation was Barkagaon and Keredari in Hazaribag, Chatra, and Ramgarh and Khelari in Ranchi District. The SP said the Police got the information from Bhagirath during a raid conducted in the high security cells of the central jail on October 25.
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October - 26 
In an endeavour to start a major developmental initiative in the 60 Maoist- affected Districts, the Centre has drawn up a blue-print to provide jobs to three-hundred-thousand youth, reports Economic Times. Talking to reporters, Rural Development Mini
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In an endeavour to start a major developmental initiative in the 60 Maoist- affected Districts, the Centre has drawn up a blue-print to provide jobs to three-hundred-thousand youth, reports Economic Times. Talking to reporters, Rural Development Minister, Jairam Ramesh said that the Government would start a programme for placement linked jobs for unemployed youth in these Districts over the next five years. For better implementation of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MNREGS), Ramesh has ordered that each panchayat (village level local self-Government institution) appoint one panchayat development officer and a junior engineer (JE) for a period of 10 years from within the District. Non-residents would not be considered for these posts.
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October - 26 
Indian Express reports that with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) seeking the help of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in the fight against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), the Security Forces (SFs) in Maoist-aff
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Indian Express reports that with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) seeking the help of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in the fight against the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), the Security Forces (SFs) in Maoist-affected areas have been provided lap-tops featuring the GIS (Geographic Information System) mapping data of the regions in the “red corridor”. According to officials, the CRPF purchased 65 GIS mobile work-stations from the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and distributed these to units based in Maoist-affected areas. Former Union Home Secretary, G K Pillai said the process was meant to provide CRPF with ground-level observation and navigation facilities during counter-insurgency operations. “The idea was to get the satellite maps of all extremist areas. Copies of these terrain maps are available with all company commanders now. It helps them track likely ambush sites and plot their route to avoid casualty. It also gives them an idea of the best sites to plan an ambush,” he said.
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October - 26 
Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen, a militant outfit which is almost defunct now, claimed responsibility for the first two blasts on October 25 (Lal Chowk and Batamaloo areas of Srinagar). Jameel Ahmad, a spokesperson of the outfit said, "The attacks were carried
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Jamiat-ul-Mujahideen, a militant outfit which is almost defunct now, claimed responsibility for the first two blasts on October 25 (Lal Chowk and Batamaloo areas of Srinagar). Jameel Ahmad, a spokesperson of the outfit said, "The attacks were carried to counter the claims of police that militancy has been wiped out from Kashmir."
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October - 26 
Kanglaonline reports that six persons were injured in twin blasts at Alu Gali, Thangal Bazar in Imphal west District on October 26. The injured persons have been identified as Sultana (20), Muhammad Farooq (23), Manish Sekhawat (16), Manicha Sekhawat
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Kanglaonline reports that six persons were injured in twin blasts at Alu Gali, Thangal Bazar in Imphal west District on October 26. The injured persons have been identified as Sultana (20), Muhammad Farooq (23), Manish Sekhawat (16), Manicha Sekhawat (12), Mustakim (16) and Kusum Agarwal (28). According to the Police, the bombs could be Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted at the spots before.
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October - 26 
Outlook India reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres exchanged fire with the Security Forces (SFs) comprising the Special Operations Group (SOG), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and District Voluntary Force (DVF) dur
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Outlook India reports that the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres exchanged fire with the Security Forces (SFs) comprising the Special Operations Group (SOG), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and District Voluntary Force (DVF) during a raid on a camp at Jadu Loisingh forest in Sambalpur District on October 26. The encounter broke out when the SFs began a combing operation in the area after a group of about 15 armed Maoists set ablaze to vehicles and equipment of a private construction company at Mundher village on October 25. The Maoists fired 150 rounds, which was retaliated by 300 rounds and 16 grenades by the SFs but none was killed or injured, Sambalpur Superintendent of Police (SP) Nikhil Kanodia said. Maoist leaders, identified as Girish Mahato of Jharkhand, Kunu Dehuri of Odisha and others, escaped from the camp as the Maoists and SF personnel traded fire, SP Kanodia added. The SFs recovered a gun, three cartridges and five grenades from the camp.
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October - 26 
Police arrested 12 people allegedly involved in setting houses ablaze in the District since October 26. According to a Haflong Police source, six of the accused reportedly sheltered National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres
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Police arrested 12 people allegedly involved in setting houses ablaze in the District since October 26. According to a Haflong Police source, six of the accused reportedly sheltered National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM) cadres in the District over the past couple of months.
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October - 26 
SFs arrested another PLA cadre Yamkhaibam Nanda Kishore Singh (27) from Andro Bazar.
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SFs arrested another PLA cadre Yamkhaibam Nanda Kishore Singh (27) from Andro Bazar.
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October - 26 
SFs arrested one People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Amon Ingocha Chumthang (42) on October 26 from Wangu Tera in Thoubal District.
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SFs arrested one People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Amon Ingocha Chumthang (42) on October 26 from Wangu Tera in Thoubal District.
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October - 26 
SFs arrested two Vice Chairman faction of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK-VC) cadres, identified as Khaidem Romen (35) and Laishram Gifehaadra (33), from Lamlai market of Ukhrul District. Lamlai market
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SFs arrested two Vice Chairman faction of People’s Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK-VC) cadres, identified as Khaidem Romen (35) and Laishram Gifehaadra (33), from Lamlai market of Ukhrul District. Lamlai market
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October - 26 
Suspected militants on October 26 hurled a grenade in Goriwan market in Bijbehara area of Anantnag District injuring five civilians, reports Times of India. The grenade exploded outside a shop resulting in injuries to five civilians. A passing Police
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Suspected militants on October 26 hurled a grenade in Goriwan market in Bijbehara area of Anantnag District injuring five civilians, reports Times of India. The grenade exploded outside a shop resulting in injuries to five civilians. A passing Police vehicle was apparently the target of the attack but the grenade missed the vehicle, official sources said. No group has claimed responsibility for the attack.
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October - 26 
The leader of the Mangang, City Meitei and Lamphel faction of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), N. Amumacha Singh, who was one of the six militants arrested from New Delhi on January 17, was brought to Imphal for further investigation.
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The leader of the Mangang, City Meitei and Lamphel faction of the Kangleipak Communist Party (KCP), N. Amumacha Singh, who was one of the six militants arrested from New Delhi on January 17, was brought to Imphal for further investigation.
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October - 26 
The Sangai Express reports that unidentified persons exploded hand grenade at the Canchipur residence of Public Work Department (PWD) Chief Engineer M Lokendro in Imphal West District on October 26. One Security Force personnel and a driver sustaine
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The Sangai Express reports that unidentified persons exploded hand grenade at the Canchipur residence of Public Work Department (PWD) Chief Engineer M Lokendro in Imphal West District on October 26. One Security Force personnel and a driver sustained injuries in the attack.
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The Sentinel reports that one non-Manipuri trader was shot dead by militants even after taking INR 1.5 million as ransom in Churachandpur District. The dead body with one bullet injury in the head was recovered at Heingken village on October 29. The
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The Sentinel reports that one non-Manipuri trader was shot dead by militants even after taking INR 1.5 million as ransom in Churachandpur District. The dead body with one bullet injury in the head was recovered at Heingken village on October 29. The deceased was identified as Arun Kumar Jain (30) of Rajasthan who has been in Manipur for the last 20 years. He was accosted and then abducted on October 26 while he was coming to the rented house from his shop to celebrate Diwali.
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October - 26 
Three militants belonging to Progressive faction of People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK-PRO) were arrested by the Security Forces (SFs) on October 26, reports Kanglaonline. SFs arrested one PREPAK-PRO identified as Khundrakpam Dor
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Three militants belonging to Progressive faction of People's Revolutionary Party of Kangleipak (PREPAK-PRO) were arrested by the Security Forces (SFs) on October 26, reports Kanglaonline. SFs arrested one PREPAK-PRO identified as Khundrakpam Doren Singh alias Tolay (45), along with one Chinese hand grenade in Imphal West District. He disclosed that he is presently working under the command of one Imphal east ‘commander’ Deban alias Khamba. In another incident, two PREPAK-PRO militants identified as Konjengbam Samarat alias Ibomcha, (44) and Thokchom Raju alias Ibai (47) were also arrested. The two disclosed that they are working under the command of Khundrakpa, Doren Singh alias Tolay. Two M-16 rifles along with ammunition were also seized from their possession.
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October - 26 
13 persons were injured in a bomb blast in the Rampura area of Peshawar. The blast took in an area which is frequented by daily wage workers. Eyewitnesses said that a man had parked his motorcycle opposite a shop in the area and that the explosion oc
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13 persons were injured in a bomb blast in the Rampura area of Peshawar. The blast took in an area which is frequented by daily wage workers. Eyewitnesses said that a man had parked his motorcycle opposite a shop in the area and that the explosion occurred after he left the spot. Initial reports suggest that up to three kilogrammes of explosives may have been used in the small handmade bomb which was reportedly placed in a canister of cooking oil.
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October - 26 
A video has emerged showing a Swiss couple abducted by the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) nearly four months ago, flanked by four masked gunmen pointing rifles at their heads, reports Dawn. In the video, which has been posted on YouTube, the man h
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A video has emerged showing a Swiss couple abducted by the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) nearly four months ago, flanked by four masked gunmen pointing rifles at their heads, reports Dawn. In the video, which has been posted on YouTube, the man holds up a Pakistani newspaper dated September 15 and the couple speak Swiss German. Olivier David Och (31), and Daniela Widmer (28), appear in relatively good health and call on the Pakistani and Swiss Governments to give into the demands of their hostage takers. Their faces appear to match pictures of the couple that were widely circulated after their abducting on July 1. They speak calmly, but kneel before four masked men brandishing their guns at their heads. A think-tank, the FATA Research Centre, on its website posted links to the videos on YouTube, without saying how it had obtained the video. The organisation, which is dedicated to research on Pakistan’s tribal belt along the Afghanistan border, was not immediately reachable for comment.
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October - 26 
A volunteer of a local peace committee and two cadres of Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) were killed in exchange of fire in Meeran Talab area of Akkakhel in Bara subdivision of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 26, reports D
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A volunteer of a local peace committee and two cadres of Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) were killed in exchange of fire in Meeran Talab area of Akkakhel in Bara subdivision of Khyber Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 26, reports Dawn. “The incident took place at Meeran Talab when volunteers of peace committee and activists of Lashkar-e-Islam came face to face as the former were patrolling the area,” sources said.
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October - 26 
Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) provides weapons and training to the Afghan Taliban fighting US and British troops in Afghanistan, despite official denials, a BBC documentary quotes some people it claims to be Afghan Taliban ‘commanders’, reports D
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Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) provides weapons and training to the Afghan Taliban fighting US and British troops in Afghanistan, despite official denials, a BBC documentary quotes some people it claims to be Afghan Taliban ‘commanders’, reports Dawn. A number of middle-ranking Afghan Taliban ‘commanders’, it said, revealed the extent of alleged Pakistani support in interviews for the BBC Two documentary series, ‘Secret Pakistan’. A former head of Afghan intelligence also told the programme that Afghanistan gave former President General Pervez Musharraf information in 2006 that Osama bin Laden was hiding in northern Pakistan close to where the al Qaeda leader was eventually killed by US forces in May. The BBC said Pakistan strongly denied the allegations. One Afghan Taliban ‘commander’, Mullah Qaseem, told the BBC the important things for a fighter were supplies and a hiding place. “Pakistan plays a significant role. First they support us by providing a place to hide which is really important. “Secondly they provide us with weapons,” he said, according to excerpts provided by the BBC. Other Taliban ‘commanders’ described how they and their fighters were — and are — trained in a network of camps on Pakistani soil. According to a ‘commander’ using the name Mullah Azizullah, the experts running the training are either members of the ISI or have close links to it. “They are all the ISI’s men. They are the ones who run the training. First they train us about bombs; then they give us practical guidance,” he said.
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October - 26 
Khasadar Force arrested an Afghan national at Torkham border in Khyber Agency and recovered arms from his possession. The recovered arms included rocket launchers, mortars and cartridges.
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Khasadar Force arrested an Afghan national at Torkham border in Khyber Agency and recovered arms from his possession. The recovered arms included rocket launchers, mortars and cartridges.
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October - 26 
Malak Rahmat Jan, a pro-Government tribal elder and member of peace committee, was killed when militants from across the Afghan border targeted his house with missiles and mortars in Zari area of Lowi Mamond tehsil (revenue unit) in Bajaur Agency. “M
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Malak Rahmat Jan, a pro-Government tribal elder and member of peace committee, was killed when militants from across the Afghan border targeted his house with missiles and mortars in Zari area of Lowi Mamond tehsil (revenue unit) in Bajaur Agency. “Malak Rahmat was killed and his house was partially damaged in the attack,” officials of political administration said while confirming the report.
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October - 26 
Pakistani officials accused NATO helicopters of violating Pakistan’s airspace over the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Haqqani Network stronghold of North Waziristan Agency, along the Afghan border. “Two helicopters intruded several kilometres i
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Pakistani officials accused NATO helicopters of violating Pakistan’s airspace over the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Haqqani Network stronghold of North Waziristan Agency, along the Afghan border. “Two helicopters intruded several kilometres inside Pakistan territory in Datta Khel town around 2:00 am (2100 GMT Tuesday),” a military official said. The helicopters flew in from the eastern Afghan province of Paktia and circled the border village of Zoi Nara for more than five minutes, the official in the provincial capital Peshawar said. But a spokesman for NATO’s US-led International Security Assistance Force told AFP that their “operational reporting” showed that no ISAF helicopter crossed the border, which is unmarked in many places.
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October - 26 
Police and Frontier Constabulary (FC) carried out search operation in Orangi town area of Karachi, on October 26 and arrested four suspects, including an injured Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ‘commander’ Usman Ghani, reported Daily Times.
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Police and Frontier Constabulary (FC) carried out search operation in Orangi town area of Karachi, on October 26 and arrested four suspects, including an injured Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ‘commander’ Usman Ghani, reported Daily Times.
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October - 26 
Quoting from Express Tribune, The Times of India on October 27 reported that hundreds of people, including Hindus, staying in flood relief camps run by Falah-e-Insaniyat Foundation (FIF), a front organization of the Jama’at-ud-Dawa (JuD) in Sindh pro
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Quoting from Express Tribune, The Times of India on October 27 reported that hundreds of people, including Hindus, staying in flood relief camps run by Falah-e-Insaniyat Foundation (FIF), a front organization of the Jama’at-ud-Dawa (JuD) in Sindh province are being "peppered liberally" with Islamic teachings. The 2,000 victims rescued by the organisation are provided meals twice a day "peppered liberally with religious teachings". "They remind us again and again to offer namaz (prayer)," said a man at a relief camp in Badin District, adding, families have been given copies of the Quran. Another refugee mimicked, "Namaz parho, Quran parho, safai karo! (Say your prayers, read the Quran and clean up)."
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October - 26 
Three workers of Frontier Works Organisation were injured when their vehicle was targeted by a landmine on Jandolla-Makeen Road near Manzai Ziarat area. The workers of the construction company were going to Hathala camp from Jandolla when they met th
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Three workers of Frontier Works Organisation were injured when their vehicle was targeted by a landmine on Jandolla-Makeen Road near Manzai Ziarat area. The workers of the construction company were going to Hathala camp from Jandolla when they met the fatal incident at 8:30am (local time).
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October - 26 
Unidentified assailants shot dead two persons, including chief of a peace committee, Shahabuddin Burki, in Tank District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 26, reports Daily Times. According to Police, chief of Tank peace committee, Shahabuddin Burki,
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Unidentified assailants shot dead two persons, including chief of a peace committee, Shahabuddin Burki, in Tank District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 26, reports Daily Times. According to Police, chief of Tank peace committee, Shahabuddin Burki, was in the guestroom of a member of the committee at Civil Lines Colony, when unidentified persons entered and opened fire at them. As a result, Shahabuddin and Asmatullah, the son of peace committee member, died on the spot. A Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) ‘spokesman’, Maulvi Farhad, claimed responsibility for the murders and said that people who worked against TTP would meet the same fate.
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October - 26 
The Government had begun holding talks with various armed groups in monsoon in a bid to persuade them to lay down arms. The Morcha alleges that its talks team was arrested in violation of the amnesty offered by the state and was not released even tho
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The Government had begun holding talks with various armed groups in monsoon in a bid to persuade them to lay down arms. The Morcha alleges that its talks team was arrested in violation of the amnesty offered by the state and was not released even though cadres held a hungerstrike in front of parliament this month. This is the first major strike call since Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai came to power.
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October - 26 
Times of India reports that the Samyukta Jatiya Mukti Morcha Nepal, a cluster of several underground armed groups operating in Terai, has given a call for 10-day bandh (shut down strike) from October 29. The underground organisation said it had calle
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Times of India reports that the Samyukta Jatiya Mukti Morcha Nepal, a cluster of several underground armed groups operating in Terai, has given a call for 10-day bandh (shut down strike) from October 29. The underground organisation said it had called the strikes after the Government failed to implement the agreement it had signed with it and refused to free its arrested leaders. The strikes, according to the statement, would be clamped regionwise, culminating in a Nepal bandh on November 11.
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October - 26 
32 ICS cadres were arrested from a dormitory of Chittagong University. Police made the arrests as the cadres locked into a scuffle and chase and counter-chase with activists of Chhatra League.
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32 ICS cadres were arrested from a dormitory of Chittagong University. Police made the arrests as the cadres locked into a scuffle and chase and counter-chase with activists of Chhatra League.
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October - 26 
Police arrested three Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres in Bheramara sub-district of Kushtia District on October 26, reports Daily Star. They are identified as Zahidul Islam, ‘president’ of Bheramara sub-district unit, ‘general secretary’ Riaubuzzam
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Police arrested three Islami Chhatra Shibir (ICS) cadres in Bheramara sub-district of Kushtia District on October 26, reports Daily Star. They are identified as Zahidul Islam, ‘president’ of Bheramara sub-district unit, ‘general secretary’ Riaubuzzaman and activist Tezab-ul Islam.
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October - 27 
A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was arrested in Munger District on October 27, reports The Hindu. Acting on a tip-off, the Police raided a house at Bangalwa village under Dharhara Police Station area and arrested the alleged Maoi
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A Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadre was arrested in Munger District on October 27, reports The Hindu. Acting on a tip-off, the Police raided a house at Bangalwa village under Dharhara Police Station area and arrested the alleged Maoist, Bablu Yadav, the sources said.
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October - 27 
Four Left-Wing Extremists were arrested with country-made pistol and cartridges by a special Police team, while collecting extortion money in Patratu in Ramgarh District on October 27. Superintendent of Police (SP), Anish Gupta said that four extremi
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Four Left-Wing Extremists were arrested with country-made pistol and cartridges by a special Police team, while collecting extortion money in Patratu in Ramgarh District on October 27. Superintendent of Police (SP), Anish Gupta said that four extremists - Rajesh Ganjhu (Latehar), Basant Karmali (Patratu), Kedar Oraon (Chandva, Latehar) and Naresh Mahto (Basal, Ramgarh) - belonging to Jharkhand Jan Mukti Sangharsh Morcha (JMSM), which is a faction of the Tritiya Prastuti Committee (TPC) were nabbed by the special team after Police were tipped-off about their activity in Patratu and Bhurkunda locality of Ramgarh District.
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October - 27 
Manipur chief minister Okram Ibobi Singh welcomed 43 members of the United Tribal Liberation Army (UTLA), including its president, who have shown eagerness to ink a suspension of operations agreement with the Army, reports The Telegraph. The outfit,
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Manipur chief minister Okram Ibobi Singh welcomed 43 members of the United Tribal Liberation Army (UTLA), including its president, who have shown eagerness to ink a suspension of operations agreement with the Army, reports The Telegraph. The outfit, which operates from the Vangai range and Nungba in Tamenglong District and Jiribam in Imphal East, recently approached the 57 Mountain Division, based at Leimakhong of Sadar Hills for the suspension of operation agreement. Though both the State Government and the Army accepted the request, the group is yet the ink the agreement. The process is under way, the Army said. When UTLA signs the pact, the number of groups to come under the peace agreement will go up to 20. Nineteen groups under two umbrella organisations — the Kuki National Organisation and the United Peoples Front — are now living in designated camps. UTLA cadres will be kept at Uchathol of Jiribam under the protection of the Army.
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October - 27 
Police have busted a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) module that carried out attacks at Baramulla and Batamaloo on August 25 in which two persons were killed and 13 others were injured, Deputy Inspector General (Central Kashmir) Abdul Gani Mir said on October
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Police have busted a Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) module that carried out attacks at Baramulla and Batamaloo on August 25 in which two persons were killed and 13 others were injured, Deputy Inspector General (Central Kashmir) Abdul Gani Mir said on October 27, reports Daily Excelsior. Mir said, "On August 25, a blast took place at Baramulla in which a civilian and a Border Security Force (BSF) jawan were killed. An hour later a blast occurred at Batamaloo here in which 13 persons were injured. We launched investigations in both these incidents and it was established that these blasts were carried out on directions of Sopore based Lashkar ‘commander’ Muza Molvi. Furqan, an ex-filtrated militant of LeT was in contact with Muza Molvi and both of them made the ultimate plan of the twin blasts." Mir said that the leads about the involvement of module in militant activities came to fore after the arrest of Muzaffar Ahmad Mir, the militant responsible for the killing of Sajad Ahmad Parray, a Police Constable at Hazratbal on October 14. He said five LeT operatives were arrested from different parts of Valley. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) constituted to probe the blasts succeeded in arresting two LeT operatives, identified as Irfan Ashraf Dar and Ali Mohammad, both residents of Reban-Sopore in Baramulla District. Later, one more LeT operative, identified as Tariq, was arrested. Police also arrested one Khalid Ahmad Bhat alias Sajad son of Haji Ghulam Hassan resident of Nagam-Chadoora in Budgam District in connection with the twin blasts at Baramulla and Batamaloo. The DIG said that Haji Ghulam Hassan is an active worker of All Party Hurriyat Conference-Geelani (APHC-G). Mir also said, "The face of militancy in the Kashmir has changed and it has been observed that operatives these days carry out militant activities along with their normal work. It has been observed that the module would find soft targets in colleges and then lure these college students towards militant activities. Nobody would doubt these students since they were regular in their studies." He said that investigations in Delhi High Court blast have also established the fact that college students are involved in militant activities like blasts. He said that provocative videos on social networking sites like You Tube lure youth towards militancy, adding that two of the five arrested persons were driven towards militancy by this reason only.
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October - 27 
The Sentinel reports that the Works Minister of Manipur, K Ranjit, escaped an assassination attempt on him by some blockade supporters of the Sadar Hills Districthood Demand Committee (SHDDC) on October 27. Following this incident, the Government has
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The Sentinel reports that the Works Minister of Manipur, K Ranjit, escaped an assassination attempt on him by some blockade supporters of the Sadar Hills Districthood Demand Committee (SHDDC) on October 27. Following this incident, the Government has taken a tough stand which may lead to inordinate delay in the formation of the new District.
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October - 27 
The Times of India reports that a youth was beheaded by suspected cadres of People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a breakaway faction of the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) near Gindra More after he was abducted from Gindra village,
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The Times of India reports that a youth was beheaded by suspected cadres of People’s Liberation Front of India (PLFI), a breakaway faction of the Communist party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) near Gindra More after he was abducted from Gindra village, 10 kilometers from the District headquarters of Gumla on October 25. The deceased was identified as Dhondha Mahto.
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October - 27 
Three Karbi People's Liberation Tiger (KPLT) militants were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) from three separate places in Karbi Anglong District, reports The Sentinel. SFs arrested two KPLT militants identified as Babu Tisso and Babu Ronghang from
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Three Karbi People's Liberation Tiger (KPLT) militants were arrested by Security Forces (SFs) from three separate places in Karbi Anglong District, reports The Sentinel. SFs arrested two KPLT militants identified as Babu Tisso and Babu Ronghang from Uttar Phonglokphet and Sampathar under Bakaliaghat Police station respectively. Also, one KPLT militant identified as Raju Tisso was arrested from Diphu on October 27. Six live ammunitions, three mobile handsets, cash amount of INR 4,500 and incriminating documents were recovered from their possession.
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October - 27 
Tracks near Mahur railway station in Dima Hasao District suffered minor damage in a crude bomb blast on October 27, reports The Telegraph. The Hills Tiger Force was suspected to be behind the incident. Haflong Police said the blast impact was low and
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Tracks near Mahur railway station in Dima Hasao District suffered minor damage in a crude bomb blast on October 27, reports The Telegraph. The Hills Tiger Force was suspected to be behind the incident. Haflong Police said the blast impact was low and it did not hamper train services.
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October - 27 
Unidentified abductors on October 27 released two youths, Kabiruddin and Eklasuddin, whom they had abducted on October 19 from Dhoaerband area in Dima Hasao District.
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Unidentified abductors on October 27 released two youths, Kabiruddin and Eklasuddin, whom they had abducted on October 19 from Dhoaerband area in Dima Hasao District.
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October - 27 
Unidentified persons lobbed a hand grenade at the residential gate of Planning and Development Authority (PDA) Executive Engineer Loitongbam Kesho at Kongjeng Leikai which was recovered on October 27. Meanwhile a bomb exploded near the quarters of th
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Unidentified persons lobbed a hand grenade at the residential gate of Planning and Development Authority (PDA) Executive Engineer Loitongbam Kesho at Kongjeng Leikai which was recovered on October 27. Meanwhile a bomb exploded near the quarters of the Assistant Engineer of Public Health Engineering Department (PHED), SY Peter at Phungreitang in Ukhrul District.
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October - 27 
Four children including three girls were injured when suspected militants from across the border in Afghanistan fired mortar shells in the Kaza area of the Mamoond tehsil in Bajaur Agency. The children were identified as Munasib, Shazia, Palwasha and
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Four children including three girls were injured when suspected militants from across the border in Afghanistan fired mortar shells in the Kaza area of the Mamoond tehsil in Bajaur Agency. The children were identified as Munasib, Shazia, Palwasha and Shazia.
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October - 27 
Pakistan has not been taken into confidence on the initiation of the reconciliation process in Afghanistan, Major-General Athar Abbas, the Director General of the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), said on October 27, reports Daily Times. In an
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Pakistan has not been taken into confidence on the initiation of the reconciliation process in Afghanistan, Major-General Athar Abbas, the Director General of the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), said on October 27, reports Daily Times. In an interview with BBC in Rawalpindi, Abbas said that Pakistan had neither been taken into confidence nor the Pakistani Government had been informed about the objectives of the reconciliation process. Pakistan can only help in the Afghan reconciliation process when it is taken into confidence, he said. The Afghanistan issue was heading towards a settlement and there was a need to determine the role of every stakeholder in the conflict and how the reconciliation process would be pushed forward and what would be role of Pakistan in this situation, he said, adding that only in that case, Pakistan would be able to decide whether it could persuade one group or the other to take part in the conciliation process. “We cannot guarantee the success of the reconciliation process because none of the groups is in our pocket,” he said. The Director General termed a BBC report, alleging that the Pakistan Army and the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) supplied and protected the Afghan Taliban and al Qaeda highly biased and one-sided. “We consider that report highly biased, it is one-sided, it doesn’t have the version of the side which is badly hit or affected by this report,” Major General Athar Abbas said. “So therefore, other than that, it is factually incorrect,” he said. He said that the head of ISI had already said “not a single bullet or financial support” had been given to groups named in the BBC report. Abbas said that about 300 ISI officials have been killed in Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan’s attacks and it was a proof that the ISI did not support militants.
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October - 27 
Several banned militant groups, including the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), opposed Pakistan's move to grant Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status to India, reports Hindustan Times. Leaders of the groups, including Muttahida Jihad Co
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Several banned militant groups, including the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), opposed Pakistan's move to grant Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status to India, reports Hindustan Times. Leaders of the groups, including Muttahida Jihad Council chairman Syed Salahuddin, told a gathering of hundreds of supporters at Aabpara Chowk in Islamabad about their movement to "liberate" Jammu and Kashmir. "We will continue our struggle on the political, diplomatic and, most important of all, jihadi fronts till the last Indian soldier leaves Kashmir. We will continue till Jammu and Kashmir becomes independent," said Salahuddin, who is also the chief of the Hizb-ul-Mujahideen. A spokesman who addressed the gathering on behalf of LeT ‘commander’ Iftikhar Haider said his group would take "revenge" for the killing of Muslims in Gujarat in 2002 and the 2007 bombing of the Samjhauta Express cross-border train. "The relationship between Pakistan and India is one of guns and bullets, not of trade," the LeT spokesman said while opposing the granting of MFN-status to India by Pakistan. The gathering was held in a market located less than two kilometres from the headquarters of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) in the heart of Islamabad. Jihadi leaders, including Salahuddin and Al Badr Mujahideen leader Bakht Zameen, too opposed Pakistan’s decision in principle to grant MFN-status to India.
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October - 27 
The Anti-terrorism Court (ATC) Judge, Pervez Ali Shah, who awarded the death sentence to former Governor Salman Taseer's self-confessed assassin, Malik Mumtaz Qadri on October 1, 2011, has sought refuge in Saudi Arabia with his family after receiving
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The Anti-terrorism Court (ATC) Judge, Pervez Ali Shah, who awarded the death sentence to former Governor Salman Taseer's self-confessed assassin, Malik Mumtaz Qadri on October 1, 2011, has sought refuge in Saudi Arabia with his family after receiving death threats from religious extremists, reported Indian Express on October 27. In his verdict against Qadri, Shah had said, "No one can be given the license to kill anyone in any condition; therefore, the killer cannot be pardoned as he has committed a heinous crime." Several hardline religious groups ransacked his courtroom and offered a bounty to anyone who killed him. "The death threats have forced Shah to leave Pakistan along with his family for Saudi Arabia," said Saiful Malook, who served as special prosecutor during Qadri's trial. Sensing the gravity of the situation, the Government had arranged for lodging Shah and his family in Saudi Arabia, Malook said. "Though security was provided to the judge and his family, the Government, acting on reports from Intelligence Agencies, opted to send him abroad," he said.
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October - 27 
The beheaded body of a volunteer of an anti-Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) tribal lashkar (militia) was found in Bara area of Khyber Agency. Officials said that militants belonging to Lashkar-e-Islam abducted a volunteer of Akkakhel tribal lashkar
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The beheaded body of a volunteer of an anti-Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) tribal lashkar (militia) was found in Bara area of Khyber Agency. Officials said that militants belonging to Lashkar-e-Islam abducted a volunteer of Akkakhel tribal lashkar o October 26. His beheaded body was found at a deserted place on October 27.
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October - 27 
The Pakistan Army told the Pentagon that it does not have the capacity to take action against the Haqqani network, US Lieutenant General Curtis Scaparrotti, Deputy Commander of the NATO-led force in Afghanistan said on October 27, reports Hindustan T
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The Pakistan Army told the Pentagon that it does not have the capacity to take action against the Haqqani network, US Lieutenant General Curtis Scaparrotti, Deputy Commander of the NATO-led force in Afghanistan said on October 27, reports Hindustan Times. "The Pakistanis have said to me that they simply don't have the capacity at this time to take on that insurgent network at this point within their borders," Lieutenant General Curtis Scaparrotti told Pentagon reporters in a video conference from Kabul. Scaparrotti is the Commander of International Security Assistance Force Joint Command, and Deputy Commander, US Forces. Further, Lieutenant General Curtis Scaparrotti said that Pakistani forces are allowing terrorists to launch rocket and mortar attacks on US troops across the border in Afghanistan and may be collaborating with the militants, reports Daily Times. The rocket fire targeting American forces often originates within sight of border posts manned by Pakistan’s Frontier Corps, said Curtis Scaparrotti. “In some locations from time to time you will see what just appears to us to be a collaboration... or at a minimum a looking the other way when terrorists conducted rocket or mortar fire in what we believe to be (within) visual sight of one of their (Pakistan military) posts,” Scaparrotti added.
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October - 27 
The United Sates (US) has asked Pakistan to squeeze the dangerous Haqqani network, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on October 27 as she underlined it has been made clear to Islamabad that trying to distinguish between "good and bad terrorists
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The United Sates (US) has asked Pakistan to squeeze the dangerous Haqqani network, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on October 27 as she underlined it has been made clear to Islamabad that trying to distinguish between "good and bad terrorists" is self-defeating and dangerous, reports Times of India. "Our commanders on the ground are concerned about the ability of insurgents to conduct attacks from safe havens in Pakistan," Clinton told members of the powerful House of Representatives' committee on foreign affairs during a Congressional hearing on Pakistan and Afghanistan. Testifying before Congress after a trip to the region, Clinton said she delivered a "frank" message to Pakistan that it was urgent to act against the extremist Haqqani network, blamed for anti-US attacks in Afghanistan. "So in Islamabad last week, General Dempsey, Director Petraeus and I delivered a single, unified message. We urged Pakistan's civilian and military leadership to join us in squeezing the Haqqani Network from both sides of the border and in closing the safe havens," she said. Further, Hillary Clinton told a congressional panel that any Afghan-led peace process would have to include the Quetta Shura and its leader Mulla Omar. “There is no solution in the region without Pakistan and no stable future in the region without a partnership.” “Well, Congressman, the negotiations that would be part of any Afghan-led peace process would have to include the Quetta Shura and would have to include some recognition by the Quetta Shura which, based on everything we know, is still led by Mulla Omar, that they wish to participate in such a process,” she responded. “We are pursuing every thread of any kind of interest expressed.”
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October - 27 
Two consecutive drone attacks within a span of one hour killed 11 militants, including the brother of Mullah Nazir, in Waziristan Agencies of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 27, reports The Express Tribune. An unmanned aircraft
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Two consecutive drone attacks within a span of one hour killed 11 militants, including the brother of Mullah Nazir, in Waziristan Agencies of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 27, reports The Express Tribune. An unmanned aircraft attack killed five militants, including Omar Wazir, the younger brother of Mullah Nazir, the ‘commander’ of Mullah Nazir group, at Azam Warsak in Bermal tehsil (revenue unit), some 20 kilometres west of Wana, the main town of South Waziristan Agency. Three of the five deceased were identified as Hazrat Umar, Khan Mohammad and Ashfaq, while the identities of the other two could not be ascertained. Hours after, a second US drone strike killed another six militants at Issakhel village in the Mir Ali subdivision, some 30 kilometres east of Miramshah in North Waziristan Agency. Sources said six militants were killed when a US drone fired four missiles targeting a moving vehicle in Issakhel village. However, it was not immediately clear which militant group the six deceased belonged to.
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October - 27 
Two NATO containers were destroyed in a blast in a parking lot near the border in Torkham border. Both the containers caught fire and were destroyed.
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Two NATO containers were destroyed in a blast in a parking lot near the border in Torkham border. Both the containers caught fire and were destroyed.
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October - 27 
Unidentified militants blew up Amirzada Government School for girls at Mandani village in Charsadda District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 27, reports Dawn. However, no causalities or big property destruction was reported.
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Unidentified militants blew up Amirzada Government School for girls at Mandani village in Charsadda District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 27, reports Dawn. However, no causalities or big property destruction was reported.
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October - 27 
Nepal Police on October 27 said that the cause of an attack on the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) lawmaker and trade union leader Salikram Jamarkattel on August 27 was the internal dispute of the Maoist party, reports Nepal News. Af
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Nepal Police on October 27 said that the cause of an attack on the Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) lawmaker and trade union leader Salikram Jamarkattel on August 27 was the internal dispute of the Maoist party, reports Nepal News. After the investigation, the Police concluded that there was "political reason" behind the attack. Organising a press conference in Kathmandu, Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of the Nepal Police revealed that Maoist combatants attacked him following an order from former secretary of All Nepal Trade Union Federation-Revolutionary Tara Nidhi Panta aka Ramesh Panta. Senior Superintendent of Police Kamal Singh Bam said the investigation found Panta to have plotted the attack and Rajan Kharel 'Dhiraj' assisted him'. Combatants from the third division of the Maoist cantonment Indra Bahadur Shahi had attacked Jamarkattel with an iron rod and disqualified combatants Sudip Karki 'Nabin' and Kamal Budhathoki had assisted him. Likewise, combatabts Ram Pudasaini had planned the timing of the attack. Police have arrested the four while main accused Panta and his assistant Kharel are still at large.
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October - 27 
Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) [the parent party of Islamic Chhatra Shibir (ICS)] leader Delawar Hossain Sayedee, facing trial for committing genocide and War Crimes during 1971 Liberation War on October 27, filed a petition with the International Crimes Trib
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Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) [the parent party of Islamic Chhatra Shibir (ICS)] leader Delawar Hossain Sayedee, facing trial for committing genocide and War Crimes during 1971 Liberation War on October 27, filed a petition with the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) urging its chief to abstain voluntarily from trial proceedings against him, which is scheduled to start on October 30, 2011, reports Daily Star. Receiving the prayer, the ICT has fixed November 13 for hearing the petition.
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October - 28 
Abductors of the Railway locomotive driver, Tarun Kumar Bhattacharjee, who was abducted on October 20, have raised their ransom demand from INR 500,000 to INR 1 million. United Democratic Liberation Army (UDLA), which masterminded his abduction, was
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Abductors of the Railway locomotive driver, Tarun Kumar Bhattacharjee, who was abducted on October 20, have raised their ransom demand from INR 500,000 to INR 1 million. United Democratic Liberation Army (UDLA), which masterminded his abduction, was reportedly peeved with the dilly-dallying by Bhattacharjee’s family in handing over the ransom, and increased the amount. Police sources said the ransom note bore the signature of UDLA ‘chief’ Sishumoni Reang, who, according to Police intelligence, operated from Mizoram’s Kolosib District. The UDLA ‘chief’ had told reporters that he was forced to demand such a high ransom from Bhattacharjee’s family as it was only way to force the Centre to take notice of the outfit. Another reason behind the kidnapping, Reang said, was to raise money to buy modern weaponry.
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October - 28 
Another grenade exploded at the godown of Thongam Bishwajit at Thongju Part II, in Koirou. Bishwajit is preparing to contest the forthcoming Assembly elections in Thongju Assembly Constituency. The grenade hurled by some unidentified persons landed
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Another grenade exploded at the godown of Thongam Bishwajit at Thongju Part II, in Koirou. Bishwajit is preparing to contest the forthcoming Assembly elections in Thongju Assembly Constituency. The grenade hurled by some unidentified persons landed beside a vehicle and went off. However no one was injured in the bomb attack.
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October - 28 
Banned terror outfit Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) claimed responsibility for the huge haul of explosives recovered from an abandoned car in Ambala in Haryana on October 12 and stated that their motive was to eliminate senior Congress leader Sajjan Kum
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Banned terror outfit Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) claimed responsibility for the huge haul of explosives recovered from an abandoned car in Ambala in Haryana on October 12 and stated that their motive was to eliminate senior Congress leader Sajjan Kumar to avenge the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, The Indian Express reported. In a press release issued on October 28, KTF — a breakaway faction of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI)— claimed that the RDX was being taken to Delhi for “eliminating” Sajjan Kumar, an accused in a 1984 riots case. “Our outfit does not believe in killing innocent people, we had no plan to attack on eve on Diwali, the Government agencies are only trying to defame us by saying so. We also want to clarify that we support all the outfits which are fighting for cause of Kashmir. But we have no relationship with Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT). We are an organisation to get freedom for Sikhs and we will kill all those who come in its way,” it said. The letter was issued by Jagtar Singh Tara, a key accused in the assassination of former Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh, and who formed the terror outfit after breaking away from BKI around six months ago.
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October - 28 
Security Forces recovered a powerful landmine suspected to have been planted by Maoists in the Jhitka forest along the road leading to Lalgarh from Binpur in West Midnapore District on October 28, a short while before Trinamool Congress (TMC) Member
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Security Forces recovered a powerful landmine suspected to have been planted by Maoists in the Jhitka forest along the road leading to Lalgarh from Binpur in West Midnapore District on October 28, a short while before Trinamool Congress (TMC) Member of Parliament (MP) Subhendu Adhikari and party local Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Srikanta Mahato were to pass by, reports The Hindu. “Besides the landmine, 300 metres of electric wire, three detonators, a few iron balls and some gelatine sticks were also recovered from the area”, Superintendent of Police, Praveen Tripathi said, adding that the Police had information that Maoists are “moving around the area.”
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October - 28 
Senior politician and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, L K Advani escaped an alleged attempt on his life in Madurai in Tamil Nadu on October 28 following the discovery of explosives in his scheduled route of travel, The Times of India reported. A
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Senior politician and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, L K Advani escaped an alleged attempt on his life in Madurai in Tamil Nadu on October 28 following the discovery of explosives in his scheduled route of travel, The Times of India reported. According to reports, a crude pipe bomb stuffed with gelatine sticks was found planted under a bridge across Gownda river at Alampatti village, in Madurai District hours before Advani was scheduled to travel along that route. A villager spotted the wire connected to the bomb and informed the elders, who alerted the Police. Senior Police officers rushed to the spot, removed the bomb and defused it. The Police said the six-feet-long pipe bomb was made of poly vinyl chloride (PVC), stuffed with explosives and connected with wires to a 12 volt battery in a field about 200 metres away. Advani is currently on a nationwide tour, named as Jan Chetna Yatra (Public awareness tour), aimed at fighting black money and corruption which started on October 11 and will end on November 20.
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October - 28 
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) said the situation in Jammu and Kashmir has improved. "Overall, if you see the statistics of J-K. It has been one of the best years despite certain incidents which happened. In terms of tourism or in terms of o
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The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) said the situation in Jammu and Kashmir has improved. "Overall, if you see the statistics of J-K. It has been one of the best years despite certain incidents which happened. In terms of tourism or in terms of other activities, which are the indices of normalcy, if you look at it, it has been one of the best years in Srinagar. When you see the overall situation, you will see generally it is improving," the Director General (DG) of the CRPF, K Vijay Kumar said. He maintained that decisions on the removal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) and troop’s reduction will be taken by the Ministry of Home Affairs. "CRPF does not have a stand on this. We go by the stand of the Home Ministry. As long as the protection (for the force) is available, there is no issue. As far as the CRPF is considered, there is a policy of Home Ministry which we will abide," he added. When asked about the reduction of CRPF in the State, the DG said, "As compared to previous years, Yes. We had a peak of 74-75 battalions (about 75,000 personnel) and that has certainly reduced." About 69 battalions (nearly 69,000 men) and three companies (three hundred personnel) of women are deployed in Jammu and Kashmir. Close to 60 per cent of the CRPF personnel in J-K are deployed in counter insurgency and related duties and the remaining provide security to VVIP/Vital installations and perform law and order duties among others.
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October - 28 
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) will soon open an institute in Karnataka which will train the paramilitary force in jungle warfare to better deal with Naxals (Left-Wing Extremists), reports DNA. Besides, there are also plans to set up institu
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The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) will soon open an institute in Karnataka which will train the paramilitary force in jungle warfare to better deal with Naxals (Left-Wing Extremists), reports DNA. Besides, there are also plans to set up institutes to impart trainings related to intelligence gathering and on anti-riots measures. "We have asked for land from Karnataka. They are offering us land near Khanapur in Belgaum. This land is coming to us soon and we will have jungle traits and counter insurgency school there," CRPF Director General K Vijay Kumar told reporters on October 28.
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October - 28 
The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has opposed foundation anniversary of the State to be celebrated November 1 and asked the people in its strongholds to stay away from the function, officials said on October 28, reports daijiworld.com.
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The Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) has opposed foundation anniversary of the State to be celebrated November 1 and asked the people in its strongholds to stay away from the function, officials said on October 28, reports daijiworld.com. Several pamphlets were found on Narayanpur-Sonpur road in Narayanpur District.
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October - 28 
The head of Dukhtaran-e-Millat, Aasiya Andrabi, was released from the Central Jail on October 28 after over a year but was soon re-arrested, according to Daily Excelsior. Asiya was arrested in 2010 during the summer agitation in August for spearheadi
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The head of Dukhtaran-e-Millat, Aasiya Andrabi, was released from the Central Jail on October 28 after over a year but was soon re-arrested, according to Daily Excelsior. Asiya was arrested in 2010 during the summer agitation in August for spearheading the agitation in which over 112 people mostly youth were killed across Kashmir.
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October - 28 
The Hill Tigers Force (HTF) claimed responsibility for the blast at railway track in the hill section of the NF Railway on October 26.
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The Hill Tigers Force (HTF) claimed responsibility for the blast at railway track in the hill section of the NF Railway on October 26.
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October - 28 
The peace talks between the West Bengal Government and the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have come to an end with the Maoists calling them “misleading and senseless”, reports The Indian Express. A letter from CPI-Maoist state secretary
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The peace talks between the West Bengal Government and the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) have come to an end with the Maoists calling them “misleading and senseless”, reports The Indian Express. A letter from CPI-Maoist state secretary Akash to Sujato Bhadra, the leader of the six-member team of interlocutors, says the “peace talks” referred to by Mamata Banerjee Government frequently did not make any sense. The State Government should stop spreading the misleading news of peace talk being continued, it says. The letter dated October 26 has been circulated internally in the party and its frontal organisation claimed the State Government started operation in Junglemahal from August 24 and it continued till September 30, when the interlocutors purportedly held a meeting with the Maoists. Moreover, the raids and operations have been stepped up after the meeting that was held on September 30. Addressing Bhadra and other interlocutors, Akash says in the letter, “We have repeatedly informed you and the committee members about the operations of the joint forces and the villages where they raided. We requested you to be vocal in front of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee that how the pre-conditions of peace talks are being violated. But you always kept us saying not to do this and not to do that. Why did not you tell the same thing to the State Government? Peace talk and operation cannot continue simultaneously and in the name of peace talk, the treachery of Mamata Banerjee will also not continue for long.”
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October - 28 
The Sentinel reports that the draft agreement to be signed between the Centre and the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) has got the nod of the Assam Cabinet that has brought some minor amendments to the pact. With the passage of the draft,
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The Sentinel reports that the draft agreement to be signed between the Centre and the United People’s Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) has got the nod of the Assam Cabinet that has brought some minor amendments to the pact. With the passage of the draft, the way for signing of the Centre-UPDS agreement has been paved.
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October - 28 
The State Cabinet on October 28 approved amendments to the Public Safety Act (PSA), reports India Today. "The cabinet okayed promulgation of the ordinance titled The Jammu and Kashmir Public Safety Act (Amendment) Ordinance 2011," the Government spok
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The State Cabinet on October 28 approved amendments to the Public Safety Act (PSA), reports India Today. "The cabinet okayed promulgation of the ordinance titled The Jammu and Kashmir Public Safety Act (Amendment) Ordinance 2011," the Government spokesman said. Taj Mohideen, the minister for public health and engineering, said one of the major amendments is reducing the detention period of one year to three months in cases where the accused are arrested for disturbing public order. And in cases were an accused has been arrested for being a threat to security of the State, the detention period has been reduced from two years to six months. The amendments also includes that a minor cannot be detained under the PSA. The clause, however, would be invoked for state subjects only.
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October - 28 
The Telegraph reports that a former United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre, identified as Tileswar Lahon, was shot dead by unidentified assailants near his Moran residence in Dibrugarh District on October 28. Police sources said three unidentif
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The Telegraph reports that a former United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) cadre, identified as Tileswar Lahon, was shot dead by unidentified assailants near his Moran residence in Dibrugarh District on October 28. Police sources said three unidentified gunmen fired several rounds from AK-47 rifles at Lahon before fleeing on a motorcycle. The Police said it was not yet clear whether any militant outfit was behind the attack or it was spurred by business rivalry.
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October - 28 
Villagers fled from the Assam-Nagaland border after suspected Naga militants fired near Janikpathar under Charaideo sub-division along the border in Sivasagar District in Assam on October 28, reports The Telegraph. A Police officer at Sonari said the
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Villagers fled from the Assam-Nagaland border after suspected Naga militants fired near Janikpathar under Charaideo sub-division along the border in Sivasagar District in Assam on October 28, reports The Telegraph. A Police officer at Sonari said the militants from Nagaland managed to escape as soon as the Police arrived. “They crossed over to the other side of the border through Abhayapur reserve forest. It could not be ascertained whether the armed men were Naga militants or goons,” the official said.
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October - 28 
Ajmeer Shah, a senior Police official, renowned for anti-Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) operations, and his driver were killed and two others were injured when a suicide bomber attacked them in Risalpur Police Station in Nowshera District of Khyber
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Ajmeer Shah, a senior Police official, renowned for anti-Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) operations, and his driver were killed and two others were injured when a suicide bomber attacked them in Risalpur Police Station in Nowshera District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 28, reports Daily Times. Ajmeer Shah, Station House Officer of Risalpur Police Station in Nowshera District, was the target, according to Senior Police Official Israrullah Khan. Ajmeer Shah led several successful raids against TTP in Nowshera District and his last encounter saw senior TTP leader Qari Basit killed.
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October - 28 
An improvised explosive device planted by militants destroyed a music shop along with three adjoining ones and caused injuries to a tailor in Mehbub Ali Market of Shabqadar area in Charsadda District.
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An improvised explosive device planted by militants destroyed a music shop along with three adjoining ones and caused injuries to a tailor in Mehbub Ali Market of Shabqadar area in Charsadda District.
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October - 28 
At least 13 Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants were killed in US drone attack in Mir Ali area of South Waziristan Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 28, reports Daily Times. Security sources said there was strong
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At least 13 Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants were killed in US drone attack in Mir Ali area of South Waziristan Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 28, reports Daily Times. Security sources said there was strong evidence that Taj Gul Mehsud, a senior TTP ‘commander’ and close aide to TTP leader Hakimullah Mehsud, was among the victims in the attack. Six others were injured, Security Forces said.
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October - 28 
Bannu Police thwarted a sabotage attempt by defusing two improvised explosive devices planted by suspected militants in Saleh Khan Mandeo. The Police were informed by locals that two bombs had been planted along a road by unidentified militants.
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Bannu Police thwarted a sabotage attempt by defusing two improvised explosive devices planted by suspected militants in Saleh Khan Mandeo. The Police were informed by locals that two bombs had been planted along a road by unidentified militants.
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October - 28 
Insurgent safe havens in Pakistan are now the biggest threat to NATO forces in Afghanistan, the Pentagon said on October 28, reports Daily Times. Overall, enemy attacks in Afghanistan in recent months were 5 percent lower than the same period a year
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Insurgent safe havens in Pakistan are now the biggest threat to NATO forces in Afghanistan, the Pentagon said on October 28, reports Daily Times. Overall, enemy attacks in Afghanistan in recent months were 5 percent lower than the same period a year ago, the Pentagon said in a report to Congress. But high-profile attacks were up in Afghanistan, and the enemy remains resilient, it said. Security has improved in Afghanistan but the insurgency’s safe havens in Pakistan and the Kabul Government’s limitations pose significant risks to a “durable, stable Afghanistan,” according to a Pentagon progress report released on October 28. “Security gains during (the past six months) have provided a firm foundation for the transition of security responsibilities to the Afghan government” and its security forces, the report said. However, cross-border attacks have increased in recent months due to insurgents’ safe havens in Pakistan and the support they received from within its borders. “The insurgency remains resilient and, enabled by Pakistani safe havens, continues to contest” Afghan security forces throughout the country, especially in the east, the report said. The Pentagon sent the semi-annual report to Congress, and The Associated Press obtained a copy from congressional officials.
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October - 28 
Two brothers were killed when militants fired a rocket at a vehicle in remote Shindhand area of Kohat. According to an official, the vehicle bringing passengers from the semi-autonomous tribal area was hit by a rocket fired from nearby mountains. The
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Two brothers were killed when militants fired a rocket at a vehicle in remote Shindhand area of Kohat. According to an official, the vehicle bringing passengers from the semi-autonomous tribal area was hit by a rocket fired from nearby mountains. The two brothers, identified as Hazrat Omer and Bilal, died on the spot.
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October - 28 
Speaking at a programme organised on the occasion of Nepal Sambat 1132 in Bhaktapur on October 27, Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai said talks between the parties have been positive and that a breakthrough is expected from a meeting of the major part
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Speaking at a programme organised on the occasion of Nepal Sambat 1132 in Bhaktapur on October 27, Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai said talks between the parties have been positive and that a breakthrough is expected from a meeting of the major parties on October 30, reports Nepal News. According to Bhattarai, he started discussion with Nepali Congress leadership immediately after he returned from India and will meet Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) leaders on Oct 29. He claimed that most of issues have already been settled and that the remaining issues will be agreed upon at the upcoming meeting of the major parties
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October - 28 
A Purbo Banglar Communist Party-Janajudhho faction (PBCP-J) ‘regional leader’ of Khulna, identified as Mohammad Azibor Rahman alias Mujibur (40), was arrested at Bisali in Narail Sadar sub-district of Narail District on October 28, reports Daily Star
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A Purbo Banglar Communist Party-Janajudhho faction (PBCP-J) ‘regional leader’ of Khulna, identified as Mohammad Azibor Rahman alias Mujibur (40), was arrested at Bisali in Narail Sadar sub-district of Narail District on October 28, reports Daily Star.
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October - 28 
Daily Star reports that 23 cocktail bombs, two pipe-guns and two bullets were recovered from near the Bhadughar bus stand in Brahmanbaria town of Brahmanbaria District on October 28.
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Daily Star reports that 23 cocktail bombs, two pipe-guns and two bullets were recovered from near the Bhadughar bus stand in Brahmanbaria town of Brahmanbaria District on October 28.
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October - 29 
A Chinese made hand grenade was found at the residence of special contractor Naorem Jugindro, at his Tentha Khunjao residence in Thoubal District after some persons who identified themselves as Kangleipak Communist Party-Mobile Task Force (KCP-MTF) c
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A Chinese made hand grenade was found at the residence of special contractor Naorem Jugindro, at his Tentha Khunjao residence in Thoubal District after some persons who identified themselves as Kangleipak Communist Party-Mobile Task Force (KCP-MTF) cadres had threatened his wife on October 29.
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October - 29 
A Maoist who had masterminded the May 3 landmine blast that killed 11 Policemen, was on October 29 arrested in Lohardaga District of Jharkhand, Zee News reports. "Akshaya, alias Vinod Singh, a sub-zonal commander of CPI-Maoist, was arrested from a pl
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A Maoist who had masterminded the May 3 landmine blast that killed 11 Policemen, was on October 29 arrested in Lohardaga District of Jharkhand, Zee News reports. "Akshaya, alias Vinod Singh, a sub-zonal commander of CPI-Maoist, was arrested from a place in the district. He carried a reward on his head and is wanted in the May 3, 2011, landmine blast at Dhardharia village when 11 policemen were killed," Superintendent of Police (SP), Jitendra Kumar told reporters.
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October - 29 
Army thwarted infiltration attempt, on the Line of Control (LoC) at Chamba Gap in Lam area of Nowshera sector in Rajouri District forcing three militants to retrieve to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), according to Daily Excelsior. According to sourc
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Army thwarted infiltration attempt, on the Line of Control (LoC) at Chamba Gap in Lam area of Nowshera sector in Rajouri District forcing three militants to retrieve to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK), according to Daily Excelsior. According to sources, there was no ceasefire violation from Pakistan Army, which was generally done to give covering fire to the militants to force their infiltration into this side.
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October - 29 
Security Forces (SFs) on October 29, arrested 11 Bangladeshi nationals and a civilian from Orissa when they were trying to exfiltrate to Pakistan from the International Border (IB) at Jabowal and Nikowal in Arnia sector of Jammu District, reports Dai
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Security Forces (SFs) on October 29, arrested 11 Bangladeshi nationals and a civilian from Orissa when they were trying to exfiltrate to Pakistan from the International Border (IB) at Jabowal and Nikowal in Arnia sector of Jammu District, reports Daily Excelsior. While six Bangladeshi nationals were arrested at Jabowal, the civilian from Orissa was captured at Nikowal, close to the IB.
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October - 29 
A person was killed and four other arrested after an encounter between the personnel of Frontier Constabulary (FC) and armed men in Mangoli area of Quetta, the provincial summer capital of Balochistan on October 29, reports Daily Times. Sources said
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A person was killed and four other arrested after an encounter between the personnel of Frontier Constabulary (FC) and armed men in Mangoli area of Quetta, the provincial summer capital of Balochistan on October 29, reports Daily Times. Sources said that FC personnel raided a house in Mangoli they confronted armed men who started firing at them as a result of which Mohammad Ismael Bugti was killed while Qurban, Pir Jan, Abdul Latif and Nadir Shah were arrested. Weapons were also recovered from the site.
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October - 29 
Unidentified assailants shot dead member of a local peace committee, Qazi Marjan, at Rori under the jurisdiction of Kulachi Police Station in Tank District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 29, reports Daily Times.
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Unidentified assailants shot dead member of a local peace committee, Qazi Marjan, at Rori under the jurisdiction of Kulachi Police Station in Tank District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 29, reports Daily Times.
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October - 29 
In Bagerhat District Police arrested a man, identified as Mahazir Sheikh (38) along with a firearm and two bullets at Sonakur village in Rampal sub-district on October 29. Police said Mahazir is an arms peddler and involved in the illegal trade since
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In Bagerhat District Police arrested a man, identified as Mahazir Sheikh (38) along with a firearm and two bullets at Sonakur village in Rampal sub-district on October 29. Police said Mahazir is an arms peddler and involved in the illegal trade since 2001.
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October - 30 
A powerful improvised explosive device (IED) blasted on October 30 at Wangkhei Thangjam in Imphal East District. However there was no report of any human casualty, reports Kanglaonline. The bomb was supposedly planted outside the wall of the house of
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A powerful improvised explosive device (IED) blasted on October 30 at Wangkhei Thangjam in Imphal East District. However there was no report of any human casualty, reports Kanglaonline. The bomb was supposedly planted outside the wall of the house of one Huidrom Vikramjit, a special contractor.
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October - 30 
Manipur Police have so far taken up 48 First Information Report (FIR) cases against violent acts related with the economic blockade called by SHDDC and nine cases related with the counter-blockade being imposed by United Naga Council (UNC) against th
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Manipur Police have so far taken up 48 First Information Report (FIR) cases against violent acts related with the economic blockade called by SHDDC and nine cases related with the counter-blockade being imposed by United Naga Council (UNC) against the demand of the SHDDC, revealed a Manipur Government report on October 30, reports Nagaland Post. The report was being prepared by the State home department to brief union home minister P Chidambaram who is scheduled to arrive in Imphal.
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October - 30 
Security Force (SF) personnel recovered two improvised explosive devices (IEDs), hidden under rocks by the Maoists, during a joint operation launched on the bordering areas of Ranchi and Khunti Districts, reports The Times of India. One IED weighed 4
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Security Force (SF) personnel recovered two improvised explosive devices (IEDs), hidden under rocks by the Maoists, during a joint operation launched on the bordering areas of Ranchi and Khunti Districts, reports The Times of India. One IED weighed 40 kilograms while the other weighed 15 kilograms. The two were found near Gayjara and Tolsadih villages.
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October - 30 
Security Forces (SFs) arrested one top Rabha Viper Army (RVA) militant, identified as Manoranjan Roy (26), along with a rifle and extortion note of INR 1 million in Karkoshi village in Goalpara District on October 30, reports The Sentinel.
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Security Forces (SFs) arrested one top Rabha Viper Army (RVA) militant, identified as Manoranjan Roy (26), along with a rifle and extortion note of INR 1 million in Karkoshi village in Goalpara District on October 30, reports The Sentinel.
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October - 30 
The Pioneer reports that Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres on October 30 beheaded a middle-aged man in full public glare at Kamaria Village in Khunti District. They also left behind pamphlets acknowledging the killing and claiming i
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The Pioneer reports that Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) cadres on October 30 beheaded a middle-aged man in full public glare at Kamaria Village in Khunti District. They also left behind pamphlets acknowledging the killing and claiming it as ‘justice.’ Even after receiving information, Police reached the spot after five hours. According to sources, armed Maoists entered the village at 5 am (local time) and dragged Munda out of his house to the middle of the village. They thrashed him before beheading him. Pamphlets left by Maoists said, “Balatkar ka doshi paye jane ke karan Sukharam Munda ko maut ki saza di gayi.” (Being found guilty of rape, Sukhram Munda has been punished with death.)
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October - 30 
The Sangai Express reports that five people including three members of the Manipur People's Party have been arrested by Police commandos on the alleged charge of gun running for the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) on October 30. In the follow up actio
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The Sangai Express reports that five people including three members of the Manipur People's Party have been arrested by Police commandos on the alleged charge of gun running for the Kanglei Yawol Kanna Lup (KYKL) on October 30. In the follow up action, two pistols were recovered from a place at Khagempalli in Imphal West District.
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October - 30 
The Statesman reports that cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed three persons - beheading one, crushing another's head with a stone, and shooting dead a ‘Police informer’ - in Khunti District on October 30. Three Maoists
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The Statesman reports that cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) killed three persons - beheading one, crushing another's head with a stone, and shooting dead a ‘Police informer’ - in Khunti District on October 30. Three Maoists barged into the house of alleged Police informer, Iswari Tuti at Marangada village and shot him dead. Maoists beheaded another man, Sukram Munda, and took his head away at Raja bazar. A note left beside the body said that he was involved in murder, rape and robbery in the area and others like him would also meet the same fate. A third body was found near Naditola of the same District, sources said, adding the unidentified man's head was crushed by a stone.
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October - 30 
Zee News reports that a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp and a ' Martyrs Pillar' erected by them were destroyed by Security Forces (SF’s) during a combing operation in Malkangiri District on October 30, Police said. A large number
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Zee News reports that a Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) camp and a ' Martyrs Pillar' erected by them were destroyed by Security Forces (SF’s) during a combing operation in Malkangiri District on October 30, Police said. A large number of materials including fatigues, leaflets and utensils being used by the Maoists were also seized during a raid on their camp near Tumudimarka under Kalimela Police Station, said Malkangiri Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO), Umashankar Das. The Maoists had deserted the camp and fled the area before arrival of the SFs. The team comprising District Voluntary Force (DVF) and Special Operation Group (SOG) personnel were carrying out a joint combing operation in remote Kalimela, Padia and Chitrakonda areas.
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October - 30 
Four persons were injured when an explosive device went off at the shop of Nek Amal Khan in Tirah Sakorhi village of Kukikhel in Khyber Agency.
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Four persons were injured when an explosive device went off at the shop of Nek Amal Khan in Tirah Sakorhi village of Kukikhel in Khyber Agency.
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October - 30 
Jama’at-Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F)) Panjgur General Secretary Hafiz Ahtishamul Haq was shot dead in Kori Koran area of Panjgur District on October 30, reports Daily Times. Police sources said that unidentified armed militants opened fire at the JUI-F
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Jama’at-Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F)) Panjgur General Secretary Hafiz Ahtishamul Haq was shot dead in Kori Koran area of Panjgur District on October 30, reports Daily Times. Police sources said that unidentified armed militants opened fire at the JUI-F leader while he was standing outside his house
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October - 30 
One Qasim Ali, the prime witness of July 14, 2006 suicide bombing on Muttahida Majilis-e-Amal (MMA) leader Allama Hassan Turabi, was shot dead in Malir.
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One Qasim Ali, the prime witness of July 14, 2006 suicide bombing on Muttahida Majilis-e-Amal (MMA) leader Allama Hassan Turabi, was shot dead in Malir.
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October - 30 
Six militants were killed when a United States (US) drone fired six missiles at a vehicle near the Afghanistan border in the Datta Khel area of North Waziristan Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 30, reports Daily Times.
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Six militants were killed when a United States (US) drone fired six missiles at a vehicle near the Afghanistan border in the Datta Khel area of North Waziristan Agency in Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 30, reports Daily Times. The high number of missiles used in the attack in the Datta Khel area of North Waziristan seemed to indicate an important militant was targeted. But the identities of those killed were as yet unknown, said the officials, speaking on condition of anonymity.
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October - 30 
The Malir town President of Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), Jabbar Qureshi was shot dead while his companion, Imdadullah, injured in a target killing incident at Korangi Crossing in Karachi on October 30, reported Daily Times.
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The Malir town President of Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan (SSP), Jabbar Qureshi was shot dead while his companion, Imdadullah, injured in a target killing incident at Korangi Crossing in Karachi on October 30, reported Daily Times.
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October - 30 
Unidentified armed militants abducted the driver and the cleaner of an oil tanker carrying supply for NATO troops in Afghanistan from Karachi to Quetta near Mach area of Bolan District.
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Unidentified armed militants abducted the driver and the cleaner of an oil tanker carrying supply for NATO troops in Afghanistan from Karachi to Quetta near Mach area of Bolan District.
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October - 30 
Four persons were injured after cadres of Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) and Rastriya Jana Morcha (RJM) clashed at Hile in Argha Village Development Committee-8 (VDC-8) on October 30, reports inseconline.org. While three of the inju
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Four persons were injured after cadres of Unified Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (UCPN-M) and Rastriya Jana Morcha (RJM) clashed at Hile in Argha Village Development Committee-8 (VDC-8) on October 30, reports inseconline.org. While three of the injured belonged to RJM, one belonged to UCPN-M. According to RJM District chairperson Jhabi Thapa, UCPN-M cadres led by Bal Krishna Paudel attacked and injured RJM cadres. However, UCPN-M District secretary Thakur Kumar BK said that RJM cadres attacked UCPN-M cadres with intention to disrupt their deusi bhailo program as a 'minor dispute' between the two sides could not reach a compromise despite their effort.
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October - 30 
Detective Branch Police arrested a ‘regional leader’ of outlawed Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), identified as Mohammad Manik Khan (35), from Hadal village in Faridpur sub-district of Pabna District on October 30, reports Daily Star. Police als
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Detective Branch Police arrested a ‘regional leader’ of outlawed Purbo Banglar Communist Party (PBCP), identified as Mohammad Manik Khan (35), from Hadal village in Faridpur sub-district of Pabna District on October 30, reports Daily Star. Police also recovered a revolver, a sharp weapon and bullets from his possession.
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October - 30 
The outlawed Purbo Banglar Communist Party-Janajudhho faction (PBCP-J) claimed responsibility for October 30 attempt on life of Digholia (Khulna District) Union Parishad (UP) Chairman Gazi Abdul Halim.
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The outlawed Purbo Banglar Communist Party-Janajudhho faction (PBCP-J) claimed responsibility for October 30 attempt on life of Digholia (Khulna District) Union Parishad (UP) Chairman Gazi Abdul Halim.
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October - 31 
After a brief encounter, Security Forces (SFs) arrested an extortionist, identified as Mono Brahma (28), from Junglegaon village under Orang Police station in Udalguri District, reports The Sentinel. One .9mm pistol was recovered from him. His two ac
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After a brief encounter, Security Forces (SFs) arrested an extortionist, identified as Mono Brahma (28), from Junglegaon village under Orang Police station in Udalguri District, reports The Sentinel. One .9mm pistol was recovered from him. His two accomplices managed to escape from the site. The trio had entered the village to extort INR 500,000 from a businessman.
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October - 31 
Centre has sought the opinion of the Meghalaya government as to whether GNLA should be declared a “proscribed outfit”, reports The Telegraph.
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Centre has sought the opinion of the Meghalaya government as to whether GNLA should be declared a “proscribed outfit”, reports The Telegraph.
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October - 31 
Chief Minister Arjun Munda said, a permanent solution to the Maoist problem was not possible without eliciting the tribals participation and bestowing them with economic share-holding in the use of mineral resources, reports The Hindu.
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Chief Minister Arjun Munda said, a permanent solution to the Maoist problem was not possible without eliciting the tribals participation and bestowing them with economic share-holding in the use of mineral resources, reports The Hindu.
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October - 31 
Four traders engaged in business across the Line of Control (LoC) have been booked by Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with alleged hawala racket for Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Daily Excelsior reports. Cracking down on financial terror, ED, whi
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Four traders engaged in business across the Line of Control (LoC) have been booked by Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with alleged hawala racket for Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT), Daily Excelsior reports. Cracking down on financial terror, ED, which had sent one of its senior officers to the Valley for reviewing hawala cases, decided to take up the investigation under Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). State Police had busted a hawala racket in 2009 involving traders and businessmen in Punjab and Jammu who allegedly channelised funds to LeT militants in the Kashmir valley and used to get heavy percentage in return. This is the first case taken up by ED after the cross-LoC trade began in October 2008. The sources said terror groups were taking advantage of the absence of legal banking facilities for trade across the LoC which is based on a barter system.
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October - 31 
Governor JB Patnaik expressed his concern about the growing Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) activity in the State, reports The Assam Tribune. Patnaik said, “Emergence of Left wing extremism (LWE) in Assam, particularly in Tinsukia and Dh
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Governor JB Patnaik expressed his concern about the growing Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) activity in the State, reports The Assam Tribune. Patnaik said, “Emergence of Left wing extremism (LWE) in Assam, particularly in Tinsukia and Dhemaji Districts has added a new dimension to the laws and order scenario that needs immediate attention. Already Assam has been included in the Eastern Regional Bureau of the party”. Referring to the incident of snatching of arms from the forest guards in Dibru- Saikhowa National Park in Tinsukia, he said, “Now they started snatching arms from police and recruiting unemployed youths.” He further said, “It is important to note that recently PLA has initiated a meeting of representatives of North-east Maoist militants at Guwahati”.
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October - 31 
IBN Live reports that Security Forces (SF’s) on October 30 destroyed two bunkers of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and seized about 5000 rounds of ammunition besides explosives from a training camp in Kubra hills in Gaya District, P
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IBN Live reports that Security Forces (SF’s) on October 30 destroyed two bunkers of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) and seized about 5000 rounds of ammunition besides explosives from a training camp in Kubra hills in Gaya District, Police said. Acting on a tip-off, a joint team of Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) of the CRPF and the District Armed Police searched Kubra hills surrounded by Lutua jungles and spotted a training camp from which they also recovered cash worth INR 53,000.
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October - 31 
Jharkhand and the Centre gave final shape to a plan that aims to improve the lives of 36,000 people living in the Saranda forest of West Singhbhum District, reports The Telegraph. At a high-level meeting in Union rural development minister, Jairam Ra
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Jharkhand and the Centre gave final shape to a plan that aims to improve the lives of 36,000 people living in the Saranda forest of West Singhbhum District, reports The Telegraph. At a high-level meeting in Union rural development minister, Jairam Ramesh’s office, Chief Minister, Arjun Munda discussed a time-bound strategy to implement the Saranda Action Plan
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October - 31 
Kanglaonline reports that a Chinese made hand grenade was found at the residential gate of family welfare minister N Loken at Nambol in Bishnupur District on October 31. The bomb however failed to explode and was later retrieved.
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Kanglaonline reports that a Chinese made hand grenade was found at the residential gate of family welfare minister N Loken at Nambol in Bishnupur District on October 31. The bomb however failed to explode and was later retrieved.
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October - 31 
North-Eastern Frontier Railway Mazdoor Union, observed 'black day' in all stations under the Lumding division, in protest against attacking, kidnapping and killing of railway employees in southern Assam. They also demanded the immediate release of lo
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North-Eastern Frontier Railway Mazdoor Union, observed 'black day' in all stations under the Lumding division, in protest against attacking, kidnapping and killing of railway employees in southern Assam. They also demanded the immediate release of locomotive driver Tarun Kumar Bhattacharjee (50), who was kidnapped from Badarpur-Bhairavi passenger train by suspected United Democratic Liberation Army (UDLA), at Choraibak on October 20. North-Eastern Frontier Railway Mazdoor Union organizing secretary, Bhajan Dey later said, "Militants have targeted the railway employees and trains in southern Assam including Dima Hasao District, a total of 16 times over the past years. Seven railway men have also lost their lives in such attacks. The railway employees in the hill section of Lumding-Silchar have been working under the shadows of guns of the militants and miscreants."
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October - 31 
Police arrested six cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) Korukonda area committee in Vishakhapatnam District on October 31, reports The Hindu. They belonged to the group of about 25 militia members who allegedly cut down trees a
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Police arrested six cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) Korukonda area committee in Vishakhapatnam District on October 31, reports The Hindu. They belonged to the group of about 25 militia members who allegedly cut down trees and placed them across the road near Lambasingi on October 10. The six — V. Sanyasi Rao, V. Nageswara Rao, D. Subba Rao, V.M. Raju, D. Bhimaraju and M. Malleswara Rao — were small farmers of Vantalamamidi and were supporting the Maoists by distributing pamphlets, pasting posters and providing food and shelter, Inspector, Chintapally, V. Srinivasa Rao said.
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October - 31 
SFs have since June this year recovered Israeli Uzi sub-Machine gun in Assam besides AK-47 and AK-56, reports The Sentinel. Further, 222 firearms were seized in western Assam between January and June this year, which is 6-13% less, compared to previo
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SFs have since June this year recovered Israeli Uzi sub-Machine gun in Assam besides AK-47 and AK-56, reports The Sentinel. Further, 222 firearms were seized in western Assam between January and June this year, which is 6-13% less, compared to previous years.
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October - 31 
State Government will announce a compensation package to rehabilitate the surrendered GNLA cadres soon, reports The Shillong Times. “The compensation package is under examination of the Political department,” Home Minister HDR Lyngdoh said on October
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State Government will announce a compensation package to rehabilitate the surrendered GNLA cadres soon, reports The Shillong Times. “The compensation package is under examination of the Political department,” Home Minister HDR Lyngdoh said on October 31.
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October - 31 
The Central Government has requested the Governments of Nepal and Singapore to investigate about the assets acquired by Niranjan Hojai, the ‘commander in Chief’ of Dima Halim Daogah- Jewel faction (DHD -J) in those countries with money extorted in As
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The Central Government has requested the Governments of Nepal and Singapore to investigate about the assets acquired by Niranjan Hojai, the ‘commander in Chief’ of Dima Halim Daogah- Jewel faction (DHD -J) in those countries with money extorted in Assam, reports The Telegraph.
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October - 31 
The Goalpara-West Garo Hills corridor is being used by the Bangladesh-based residual group of Anti-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) under the leadership of Drishti Rajkhowa and providing all logistics to Garo National Liber
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The Goalpara-West Garo Hills corridor is being used by the Bangladesh-based residual group of Anti-Talks faction of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA-ATF) under the leadership of Drishti Rajkhowa and providing all logistics to Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA). The report further states that Paresh Baruah has set up his camp at a place called Tagugumsa on China-Myanmar Border in Yunan Province. It is reported that they have acquired a large number of sophisticated weapons like T-81, Heckler and Kolts, Chinese bottle grenades, RCIED, adding a new dimension to the security scenario of the State.
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October - 31 
The Hindustan Times reports that two Policemen were injured in a Maoist firing in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada District on October 31, Police said. The cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) shot two Policemen who were on their way to
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The Hindustan Times reports that two Policemen were injured in a Maoist firing in Chhattisgarh's Dantewada District on October 31, Police said. The cadres of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist) shot two Policemen who were on their way to guard a Salwa Judum camp, injuring them critically, under Konta Police Station, additional Director General (Naxal operation) Ram Nivas said.
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October - 31 
The report submitted by the Centre's interloctutors on J&K is being examined by the Union Home Ministry and a decision on its recommendations would be taken in consultation with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, according to IBNlive.in.com.
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The report submitted by the Centre's interloctutors on J&K is being examined by the Union Home Ministry and a decision on its recommendations would be taken in consultation with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, according to IBNlive.in.com.
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October - 31 
The Sadar Hills District Demand Committee (SHDDC) has called a 48-hour bandh (general strike) in the hills and an indefinite strike in the Sadar Hills area of Senapati District from October 31 (today), intensifying the ongoing stir seeking creation o
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The Sadar Hills District Demand Committee (SHDDC) has called a 48-hour bandh (general strike) in the hills and an indefinite strike in the Sadar Hills area of Senapati District from October 31 (today), intensifying the ongoing stir seeking creation of Sadar Hills District, a day ahead of Union home minister P Chidambaram's visit to Manipur, reports Times of India.
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October - 31 
The Sadar Hills Districthood Demand Committee (SHDDC), has finally lifted the longest ever blockade in the history of Manipur, following a written assurance from the State Government to upgrade Sadar Hills as full fledged District at the earliest aft
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The Sadar Hills Districthood Demand Committee (SHDDC), has finally lifted the longest ever blockade in the history of Manipur, following a written assurance from the State Government to upgrade Sadar Hills as full fledged District at the earliest after the submission of report by the District Re-organisation Committee on October 31, reports Kanglaonline. The SHDDC imposed the economic blockade from August 1 and reached the 92 days mark on October 31.
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October - 31 
The Shillong Times reports that 12 to 15 heavily armed Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants ambushed a Police patrol at sides at Nengpatchi village, 4 kilometers from Dobu towards Darugre Police station of Rongjeng in East Garo Hills Distri
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The Shillong Times reports that 12 to 15 heavily armed Garo National Liberation Army (GNLA) militants ambushed a Police patrol at sides at Nengpatchi village, 4 kilometers from Dobu towards Darugre Police station of Rongjeng in East Garo Hills District killing four Policemen and a civilian driver before decamping with five automatic rifles on October 31. Two other Police personnel survived the attack with bullet injuries. The deceased policemen are identified as N R Marak, Probinson Sangma, Victor Marak and E Sangma. Two Police personnel who survived the attack have been identified as Peter Sangma and D Sangma. The driver is yet to be identified. Six Policemen were travelling on a private vehicle on patrol duty when they came under attack. The militant group was allegedly led by GNLA ‘central area commander’ Rakkam Marak and former Police constable Savio Ch Marak, the ‘area commander’ of West Khasi Hills.
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October - 31 
The stalemate between the United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) and the Central Government was resolved on October 31 with both parties agreeing to the minute changes made by State Government in the outfit's demands, reports The Times of India
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The stalemate between the United People's Democratic Solidarity (UPDS) and the Central Government was resolved on October 31 with both parties agreeing to the minute changes made by State Government in the outfit's demands, reports The Times of India. Surjya Rongphar, joint secretary (Home) of UPDS said, “The talks were fruitful today. Now, we are only waiting for the date of signing the memorandum of settlement (MoS). The state government has made some small changes in our demands, which are mainly related to financial matters. Earlier, the monitoring of the finance for the hills district was only at the hands of the Centre. Now it will be done jointly by the Centre and the state".
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October - 31 
There have been hectic efforts on the part of the Adivasi leadership of all the outfits like Birsa Commando Force (BCF), Adivasi Cobra Force (ACF), Santhal Tiger Force (STF) and Adivasi People’s Army (APA) to unite into one platform to counter Bodo u
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There have been hectic efforts on the part of the Adivasi leadership of all the outfits like Birsa Commando Force (BCF), Adivasi Cobra Force (ACF), Santhal Tiger Force (STF) and Adivasi People’s Army (APA) to unite into one platform to counter Bodo unification drives undertaken under the auspices of Bodo National Convention (BNC).
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October - 31 
ULFA-ATF ‘chairman’ Paresh Baruah in a statement said, “Permanent solution of the Assam-India conflict will not be found unless discussion is held on sovereignty of Assam, the main objective behind ULFA’s formation, Unless colonial India recognises t
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ULFA-ATF ‘chairman’ Paresh Baruah in a statement said, “Permanent solution of the Assam-India conflict will not be found unless discussion is held on sovereignty of Assam, the main objective behind ULFA’s formation, Unless colonial India recognises the right of freedom of Assam and the people of so-called Northeast, the promises of establishing permanent peace in the region is nothing but a fanciful slogan,” he further said, “Thuingaleng Muivah has continued the peace process for 14 years. But during this time, the Centre has disintegrated and weakened the Nagas. If Muivah signed any agreement compromising the sovereignty issue of the Nagas the generations will never accept it.”
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October - 31 
Union Home Minister P. Chidambaram on October 31 backed Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's desire to lift the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) from few Districts of the State, reports The Hindu. The Home Minister, however
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Union Home Minister P. Chidambaram on October 31 backed Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's desire to lift the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) from few Districts of the State, reports The Hindu. The Home Minister, however, clarified that the decision to review the application of the AFSPA in J&K emanated from the Centre and not the State. He further stressed that this is part of an eight-point programme that the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) had formulated last year (2010) to help restore normality in the State.
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October - 31 
Union Home Secretary R.K. Singh on October 31 described the formal peace talks with United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) as constructive, reports The Sentinel.
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Union Home Secretary R.K. Singh on October 31 described the formal peace talks with United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) as constructive, reports The Sentinel.
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October - 31 
Zee News reports that a cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), wanted in connection with several criminal cases, was arrested from Ergoda in West Midnapore District on October 31.Shibnath Mahato, wanted for kidnappings, murders an
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Zee News reports that a cadre of the Communist Party of India-Maoist (CPI-Maoist), wanted in connection with several criminal cases, was arrested from Ergoda in West Midnapore District on October 31.Shibnath Mahato, wanted for kidnappings, murders and explosions, was held from his native village bordering Jharkhand this morning, Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP), Alok Rajoria said. Mahato was a member of the action squad of the Maoists and had also links with the PCPA, he said.
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October - 31 
A boy identified as Asadullah (18), of Bajaur Agency escaped from the custody of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) after remaining in their captivity for two months in Kunar province of Afghanistan, reports Dawn. Asadullah reached his home in Erab vi
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A boy identified as Asadullah (18), of Bajaur Agency escaped from the custody of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) after remaining in their captivity for two months in Kunar province of Afghanistan, reports Dawn. Asadullah reached his home in Erab village of Mamond tehsil (revenue unit) in Bajaur. He was among the 27 boys of Bajaur, abducted by TTP on August 31, 2011 after they crossed over to Afghanistan. The Bajaur chapter of TTP had claimed responsibility for abducting the 27 boys and keeping them hostages in Kunar province of Afghanistan.
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October - 31 
A US drone fired two missiles killing three militants near Mubarak Shah town about 15 kilometres east of Miranshah, the main town in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 31, reported Daily Times.
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A US drone fired two missiles killing three militants near Mubarak Shah town about 15 kilometres east of Miranshah, the main town in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) on October 31, reported Daily Times.
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October - 31 
After accusing Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of supporting the Haqqani Network, the Obama administration is now relying on the spy agency to help it organise and begin "reconciliation talks" aimed at ending the war in Afghanistan, repo
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After accusing Pakistan's Inter Services Intelligence (ISI) of supporting the Haqqani Network, the Obama administration is now relying on the spy agency to help it organise and begin "reconciliation talks" aimed at ending the war in Afghanistan, reported Indian Express quoting a media report on October 31. "The revamped approach, which Secretary of State Hillary Clinton called 'Fight, Talk, Build' combines continued American air and ground strikes against the Haqqani Network and the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) with an insistence that Pakistan's ISI get them to the negotiating table," The New York Times reported. “The US is in the position of having to rely heavily on the ISI to help broker a deal with the same group of militants that leaders in Washington say the spy agency is financing and supporting," added the report.
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October - 31 
An alleged member of Lyari gang war was arrested at Khadda Market in Lyari.
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An alleged member of Lyari gang war was arrested at Khadda Market in Lyari.
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October - 31 
At least four persons including a commander of the pro-government Amn Force (Peace Force), identified as Nabi Daid, were killed and five others injured during a clash with the militants of Baloch Republican Army (BRA) near Sui area of Dera Bugti Dist
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At least four persons including a commander of the pro-government Amn Force (Peace Force), identified as Nabi Daid, were killed and five others injured during a clash with the militants of Baloch Republican Army (BRA) near Sui area of Dera Bugti District on October 31, reported Express Tribune. A BRA spokesperson, who introduced himself as Sarbaz Baloch, said his organisation ambushed the vehicle of the force near Sui.
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October - 31 
Crime Branch cell arrested at least five suspects, including Ziaullah, Irfan, Asif, Omar and Siddiq in a raid within Jackson Police remit.
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Crime Branch cell arrested at least five suspects, including Ziaullah, Irfan, Asif, Omar and Siddiq in a raid within Jackson Police remit.
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October - 31 
Federal Investigation Agency claimed to have arrested two suspects, identified as Laxman Das and Babu Lal, allegedly involved in the illegal business of hawala and hundi.
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Federal Investigation Agency claimed to have arrested two suspects, identified as Laxman Das and Babu Lal, allegedly involved in the illegal business of hawala and hundi.
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October - 31 
Four of the 34 abducted coal miners were freed by their captors in Kalakhel area in Bara tehsil of Khyber Agency on October 31. The coal miners were abducted on September 30, 2011.
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Four of the 34 abducted coal miners were freed by their captors in Kalakhel area in Bara tehsil of Khyber Agency on October 31. The coal miners were abducted on September 30, 2011.
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October - 31 
Islamabad Court on October 31 acquitted Abdul Aziz, the chief cleric of Lal Masjid (Red Mosque) in four of the 12 cases registered against him for crimes including challenging Government writ by keeping illegal arms, reports Express Tribune. The case
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Islamabad Court on October 31 acquitted Abdul Aziz, the chief cleric of Lal Masjid (Red Mosque) in four of the 12 cases registered against him for crimes including challenging Government writ by keeping illegal arms, reports Express Tribune. The cases included delivering provocative speeches against former President Pervez Musharraf’s Government, participation in the issuance of ‘fatwa’ (religious edict) against the military operation in the tribal areas, keeping illegal arms and abducting Policemen. Aziz’s counsel Wajeehullah Khan contended that his client was not guilty and argued that the prosecution had failed to submit enough witnesses and evidence against his client, saying that recordings of Aziz’s speeches were also not presented before the court by the prosecution.
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October - 31 
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Housing and Physical Planning Amjad Khan Afridi of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) escaped an attack when terrorists opened fire at him in Kohat District. “Three shots were fired at the Minister in Biliting area on K
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Housing and Physical Planning Amjad Khan Afridi of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) escaped an attack when terrorists opened fire at him in Kohat District. “Three shots were fired at the Minister in Biliting area on Kohat-Rawalpindi Road. However, the Minister survived the attack as he was travelling in a bullet-proof vehicle. Police official Mubarak Zeb and an Intelligence official in Peshawar blamed the attack on Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
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October - 31 
Pakistani officials on October 31 rejected a German newspaper report that the country’s secret service spied on German Security Forces (SFs) in Afghanistan, reports Daily Times. Earlier on October 30 Germany’s Foreign Intelligence Agency warned its I
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Pakistani officials on October 31 rejected a German newspaper report that the country’s secret service spied on German Security Forces (SFs) in Afghanistan, reports Daily Times. Earlier on October 30 Germany’s Foreign Intelligence Agency warned its Interior Ministry that Pakistan had spied on 180 German Police officers deployed in Afghanistan to train locals. A Pakistani Foreign Ministry official, on the condition of anonymity, described the report as “ridiculous” and “useless”.
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October - 31 
Security Forces (SFs) blew up four houses of alleged terrorists affiliated to TTP and Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) at Nala and Mandi Kas areas of Bara tehsil in Khyber Agency.
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Security Forces (SFs) blew up four houses of alleged terrorists affiliated to TTP and Lashkar-e-Islam (LI) at Nala and Mandi Kas areas of Bara tehsil in Khyber Agency.
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October - 31 
Shah Latif Police claimed to have arrested a political worker, identified as Maqbool Ahmed alias Maqbola, allegedly involved in 12 cases of target killing. Weapons were recovered from his possession.
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Shah Latif Police claimed to have arrested a political worker, identified as Maqbool Ahmed alias Maqbola, allegedly involved in 12 cases of target killing. Weapons were recovered from his possession.
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October - 31 
Suspected militants blew up a primary school in Adezai on the suburbs of Peshawar. An official of Matani Police Station said that terrorists planted two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) at the main pillars of the building and detonated them throug
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Suspected militants blew up a primary school in Adezai on the suburbs of Peshawar. An official of Matani Police Station said that terrorists planted two Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) at the main pillars of the building and detonated them through remote control, destroying the school building. Adezai Qaumi Lashkar Deputy Chief Fazal Malik said that it was the last school in the area to be destroyed. About 12 schools in the area had been blown up so far, he added.
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October - 31 
The Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) claimed to have arrested ten suspects, including three target killers through separate raids in Karachi on October 31, reported Daily Times. According to sources, Landhi Police claimed to have arrested an alleged
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The Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) claimed to have arrested ten suspects, including three target killers through separate raids in Karachi on October 31, reported Daily Times. According to sources, Landhi Police claimed to have arrested an alleged target killer Hassan Dilawar, who is also associated with a political party. Police arrested Dilawar while he was trying to escape abroad, adding that earlier he had visited three countries, including Malaysia, Thailand and Bangladesh. A Kalashnikov, repeater and foreign currency were recovered from his possession.
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October - 31 
Three headless bodies were found on Indus Highway in the limits of Domail Police Station in Bannu District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 31, reports Dawn. The deceased were identified as Maulana Qari Hussain Ahmed, a resident of Sarai Naurang, Sir
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Three headless bodies were found on Indus Highway in the limits of Domail Police Station in Bannu District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on October 31, reports Dawn. The deceased were identified as Maulana Qari Hussain Ahmed, a resident of Sarai Naurang, Sirajuddin from Shabak Khel of Lakki Marwat District and Noor Rehman, a resident of Sherakot area of Miranshah in North Waziristan Agency of Federally Administered tribal Areas (FATA).
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October - 31 
Unidentified militants shot dead a Deputy Director of Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), identified as Ikramullah, near his residence on Kohat Road in Kohat District. They said that the FIA official, Ikramullah, belonged to Tur Dher village of Swabi
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Unidentified militants shot dead a Deputy Director of Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), identified as Ikramullah, near his residence on Kohat Road in Kohat District. They said that the FIA official, Ikramullah, belonged to Tur Dher village of Swabi District but he was presently living at Shahab Flats at Kohat Road and worked as in-charge of its crime circle.
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October - 31 
US asked Pakistan to make sure that intelligence information does not flow to the Haqqani Network as part of efforts to squeeze the terror group that attacked American interests in Afghanistan. A senior administration official said that there were a
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US asked Pakistan to make sure that intelligence information does not flow to the Haqqani Network as part of efforts to squeeze the terror group that attacked American interests in Afghanistan. A senior administration official said that there were a range of issues that could help to facilitate in squeezing the Haqqani Network from the Pakistani side, and would be very complementary to US efforts on the Afghan side of the border. "That includes ensuring that intelligence doesn't go to the Haqqani Network, that they address Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) issues, that they don't benefit from financial resources or flow of finances, that we deal specifically with areas where we know the Haqqani Network and the Taliban are based, including kind of key cities along the border," the official added.
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October - 31 
The 'decisive meeting' between top leaders of three major parties – UCPN-M, Nepali Congress (NC) and Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) - held at a resort in Budhanilkantha, Kathmandu,on October 31 to find a common ground on
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The 'decisive meeting' between top leaders of three major parties – UCPN-M, Nepali Congress (NC) and Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) - held at a resort in Budhanilkantha, Kathmandu,on October 31 to find a common ground on the controversial issues seen in constitution drafting and peace processes has ended inconclusively. The three-party meet could not iron out differences on statute writing, peace process as expected as parties stuck to their respective positions on controversial issues, including the number of Maoist combatants to be integrated into the state security forces and rehabilitation package to those opting against integration. However, the three parties have decided to again meet on November 1 (today) for some kind of breakthrough.
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October - 31 
Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) recovered 601 bullets of AK-47 rifle from Dhamrai sub-district of Dhaka District on October 31, reports Daily Star. None was arrested in this connection.
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Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) recovered 601 bullets of AK-47 rifle from Dhamrai sub-district of Dhaka District on October 31, reports Daily Star. None was arrested in this connection.
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October - 31 
The Lessons Learnt and Reconciliation Commission (LLRC) appointed by President Mahinda Rajapaksa to study Sri Lanka's three-decade long war is getting ready to present its final report to the President during the second week of November, 2011, Colomb
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The Lessons Learnt and Reconciliation Commission (LLRC) appointed by President Mahinda Rajapaksa to study Sri Lanka's three-decade long war is getting ready to present its final report to the President during the second week of November, 2011, Colombo Page reported. The LLRC was initially scheduled to hand over its report to the President on November 15th. "We are making arrangements for it to be presented to the President. Although we have no definite date, it is likely to be presented in the second week of November," LLRC Spokesperson Lakshman Wickremasinghe said.
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*Data till , June 08, 2024
Source:Compiled from news reports and are provisional.
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